The Hob's Bargain by Patricia Briggs

The Hob's Bargain

Patricia Briggs

288 pages • first pub 2001 (editions)

fiction fantasy romance adventurous mysterious slow-paced

Description

Overcome by visions of mayhem and murder, Aren vows to save her village from the ruthless raiders who have descended upon it-and killed her family. With the return of wildlings to the hills and forests, she strikes a bargain with the Hob, a magica...

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Community Reviews Summary of 562 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
emotional 41%
dark 35%
funny 23%
tense 23%
hopeful 17%
mysterious 11%
challenging 5%
inspiring 5%
lighthearted 5%
reflective 5%
sad 5%

Pace

medium 68%
slow 18%
fast 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 46% | Character: 30% | Plot: 23%

Strong character development?

Yes: 57% | It's complicated: 28% | N/A: 7% | No: 7%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 7% | No: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 46% | Yes: 38% | It's complicated: 15%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 50% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 16%

Average rating

3.74

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