The Killing Moon by N.K. Jemisin

The Killing Moon

Dreamblood #1

N.K. Jemisin

fiction fantasy adventurous challenging slow-paced

418 pages | first published 2012

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THE CITY BURNED BENEATH THE DREAMING MOONIn the ancient city-state of Gujaareh, peace is the only law. Upon its rooftops and among the shadows of its cobbled streets wait the Gatherers - the keepers of this peace. Priests of the dream-goddess, the...
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Summary of 2592 reviews

Moods

adventurous 72%
dark 71%
mysterious 58%
tense 38%
emotional 37%
challenging 27%
reflective 17%
sad 17%
hopeful 6%
inspiring 2%

Pace

medium 63%
slow 26%
fast 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 61% | Plot: 23% | Character: 15%

Strong character development?

Yes: 74% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 8%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 51% | It's complicated: 36% | No: 11% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 92% | It's complicated: 4% | No: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 72% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 11%

Average rating

3.93

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