Mythago Wood by Robert Holdstock

336 pages first pub 1984 (editions)

fiction fantasy adventurous mysterious reflective slow-paced

Description

The mystery of Ryhope Wood, Britain's last fragment of primeval forest, consumed George Huxley's entire long life. Now, after his death, his sons have taken up his work. But what they discover is numinous and perilous beyond all expectation. For t...

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Moods

adventurous 85%
mysterious 85%
dark 55%
reflective 30%
tense 22%
emotional 18%
challenging 14%
sad 6%
informative 2%
relaxing 2%

Pace

slow 50%
medium 43%
fast 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 48% | Plot: 29% | Character: 16% | N/A: 5%

Strong character development?

No: 39% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 28% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

No: 48% | It's complicated: 34% | Yes: 14% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 67% | Yes: 15% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 33% | No: 30% | Yes: 30% | N/A: 5%

Average rating

3.58

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