The Grey King by Susan Cooper

244 pages first pub 1975 (editions)

fiction fantasy young adult adventurous mysterious slow-paced

Description

Following a serious illness, Will is sent to stay with his uncle in the wild, bleak mountains of Tywyd. He is troubled by vague memories until he meets the mysterious Bran - and suddenly Will knows the task that lies ahead. With Bran's help, Will ...

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Moods

adventurous 87%
emotional 54%
mysterious 51%
tense 45%
dark 27%
hopeful 24%
sad 21%
challenging 18%
inspiring 18%
lighthearted 9%
funny 3%
informative 3%
relaxing 3%

Pace

medium 51%
fast 40%
slow 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 56% | Plot: 34% | Character: 8%

Strong character development?

Yes: 59% | No: 27% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 4%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 4% | N/A: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 68% | N/A: 13% | It's complicated: 9% | Yes: 9%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 54% | It's complicated: 18% | Yes: 18% | N/A: 9%

Average rating

4.08

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