Magic's Promise by Mercedes Lackey

11 hours, 7 minutes first pub 1990 (editions)

fiction fantasy lgbtqia+ adventurous slow-paced

Description

The wild magic is taking its toll on the land. Many Heralds and Herald-Mages have died fighting to preserve the peace. Even Vanyel, the most powerful of the Herald-Mages is almost at the end of his strength, in need of a respite from the dual thre...

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Moods

adventurous 88%
emotional 55%
mysterious 38%
dark 33%
tense 33%
sad 27%
challenging 13%
hopeful 13%
reflective 13%
funny 5%
lighthearted 5%
inspiring 2%
relaxing 2%

Pace

medium 54%
slow 27%
fast 18%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 59% | Plot: 22% | Character: 18%

Strong character development?

Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 9%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 19% | No: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 62% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 12%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 68% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 10%

Average rating

3.99

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