The Shadow Throne by Django Wexler

512 pages first pub 2014 (editions)

fiction fantasy adventurous slow-paced

Description

Anyone can plot a coup or fire an assassin’s bullet. But in a world of muskets and magic, it takes considerably more to seize the throne. The ailing King of the Vordan lies on his deathbed. When he dies, his daughter, Raesinia Orboan, will become ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 741 reviews

Moods

adventurous 90%
tense 57%
mysterious 38%
dark 28%
challenging 23%
emotional 23%
hopeful 9%
inspiring 4%
lighthearted 4%

Pace

medium 68%
slow 18%
fast 13%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 58% | Plot: 41%

Strong character development?

Yes: 72% | No: 22% | It's complicated: 5%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 61% | It's complicated: 38%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 38% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 27% | N/A: 5%

Average rating

4.04

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