The King in Yellow by Robert W. Chambers

The King in Yellow

Robert W. Chambers

179 pages first pub 1895 (editions)

fiction fantasy horror short stories adventurous dark slow-paced

Description

With an Introduction by David Stuart Davies. 'I read it and reread it, and wept and laughed and trembled with horror which at all times assails me yet'. With its strange, imaginative blend of horror, science fiction, romance and lyrical prose, Rob...

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Moods

dark 88%
mysterious 85%
tense 34%
challenging 23%
reflective 17%
emotional 14%
sad 13%
adventurous 9%
funny 7%
lighthearted 5%
inspiring 2%
relaxing 2%
hopeful 1%

Pace

slow 49%
medium 34%
fast 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 40% | A mix: 31% | Character: 22% | N/A: 5%

Strong character development?

No: 52% | It's complicated: 31% | N/A: 10% | Yes: 5%

Loveable characters?

No: 49% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 10% | N/A: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 79% | It's complicated: 8% | Yes: 7% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 36% | Yes: 35% | No: 23% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

3.38

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