The Sum of All Men by David Farland

The Sum of All Men

The Runelords #1

David Farland

614 pages first pub 1998 (editions)

fiction fantasy adventurous mysterious slow-paced

Description

It is the eve of Hostenfest and effigies of the Earth King fill the streets. In this festive season, the young Runelord, Prince Gaborn Val Orden, has come seeking the alliance of marriage that will safeguard his people's future.Far to the south - ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 512 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
tense 62%
dark 25%
mysterious 25%
emotional 12%
sad 12%

Pace

medium 66%
slow 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 66% | Character: 16% | Plot: 16%

Strong character development?

No: 66% | Yes: 33%

Loveable characters?

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

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 71% | Yes: 28%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Average rating

3.52

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