The Runelords by David Farland

The Runelords

The Runelords #1

David Farland

613 pages • first pub 1998 (editions)

fiction fantasy adventurous mysterious slow-paced

Description

The first book of the saga of The Runelords. The very Earth is in pain. Its wounds must be healed. There must arise a new king: the Earth King must be reborn. Only then will humanity have a chance to survive.

Community Reviews Summary of 591 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
tense 55%
dark 22%
mysterious 22%
emotional 11%
reflective 11%
sad 11%

Pace

medium 70%
slow 30%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 57% | Plot: 28% | Character: 14%

Strong character development?

No: 57% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 14%

Loveable characters?

No: 42% | Yes: 42% | It's complicated: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 75% | Yes: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 57% | No: 42%

Average rating

3.55

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