The Necromancer by Jonathan L. Howard

The Necromancer

Johannes Cabal #1

Jonathan L. Howard

336 pages • first pub 2009 (editions)

fiction fantasy horror adventurous dark funny medium-paced

Description

A charmingly gothic, fiendishly funny Faustian tale about a brilliant scientist who makes a deal with the Devil, twice. Johannes Cabal sold his soul years ago in order to learn the laws of necromancy. Now he wants it back. Amused and slightly bor...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,646 reviews

Moods

dark 86%
funny 83%
adventurous 60%
mysterious 32%
lighthearted 12%
tense 9%
sad 5%
reflective 4%
emotional 3%
challenging 1%
hopeful 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 70%
fast 26%
slow 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 47% | Plot: 30% | Character: 21%

Strong character development?

Yes: 44% | It's complicated: 31% | No: 22% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 44% | Yes: 35% | No: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 58% | It's complicated: 21% | Yes: 14% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 97% | It's complicated: 2%

Average rating

3.83

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