The Privilege of the Sword by Ellen Kushner

The Privilege of the Sword

The World of Riverside #2

Ellen Kushner

378 pages • first pub 2006 (editions)

fiction fantasy lgbtqia+ romance adventurous medium-paced

Description

Welcome to Riverside, where the aristocratic and the ambitious battle for power in the city's ballroom, brothels and boudoirs. Into this alluring world walks Katherine, a well-bred country girl versed in the rules of conventional society. Her mist...

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Community Reviews Summary of 634 reviews

Moods

adventurous 96%
funny 40%
lighthearted 28%
emotional 24%
mysterious 20%
dark 16%
hopeful 12%
inspiring 12%
relaxing 8%
sad 8%
reflective 4%

Pace

medium 68%
fast 22%
slow 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 55% | A mix: 45%

Strong character development?

Yes: 95% | It's complicated: 4%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 52% | It's complicated: 42% | No: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 40% | It's complicated: 36% | Yes: 22%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 77% | No: 22%

Average rating

3.98

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