The Element of Fire by Martha Wells

The Element of Fire

Ile-Rien #1

Martha Wells

322 pages • first pub 1993 (editions) user-added

fiction fantasy adventurous slow-paced

Description

The kingdom of Ile-Rien lies in peril, menaced by sorcerous threats and devious court intrigues. As the weak King Roland, flattered and misled by treacherous companions, rules the country, only his ruthless mother, the Dowager Queen Ravenna, guard...

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Community Reviews Summary of 244 reviews

Moods

adventurous 94%
dark 42%
tense 36%
mysterious 26%
emotional 21%
reflective 10%
challenging 5%
sad 5%

Pace

slow 47%
medium 36%
fast 15%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 60% | A mix: 40%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 40% | Yes: 40% | No: 20%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 46% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 69% | Yes: 23% | It's complicated: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 58% | Yes: 25% | It's complicated: 16%

Average rating

3.73

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