The Book of the Dun Cow by Walter Wangerin Jr.

241 pages first pub 1978 (editions)

fiction fantasy dark emotional funny medium-paced

Description

In a time when the sun revolved around the Earth, and the animals could speak, Chauntecleer the Rooster rules justly over his kingdom. But while peace reigns for Chauntecleer, evil is brewing across the river, as the monstrous Cockatrice pillages ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 288 reviews

Moods

emotional 69%
dark 61%
adventurous 53%
funny 46%
hopeful 46%
inspiring 38%
sad 30%
tense 30%
challenging 15%
lighthearted 15%
reflective 15%
mysterious 7%

Pace

medium 46%
slow 26%
fast 26%

Plot- or character-driven?

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

Strong character development?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 8%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 8%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 33% | N/A: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 61% | No: 23% | It's complicated: 15%

Average rating

3.94

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