fiction fantasy science fiction young adult challenging dark mysterious slow-paced

18 hours, 21 minutes | first published 2007

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The definitive English language translation of the internationally bestselling Russian novel--a brilliant dark fantasy with the potential to be a modern classic (Lev Grossman), combining psychological suspense, enchantment, and terror that makes u...
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Summary of 2577 reviews

Moods

dark 88%
mysterious 85%
challenging 70%
tense 41%
reflective 30%
adventurous 19%
emotional 18%
sad 5%
inspiring 2%
funny 1%
hopeful 1%
informative 1%

Pace

slow 56%
medium 38%
fast 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 46% | A mix: 42% | Plot: 9%

Strong character development?

Yes: 73% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 4%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 24% | Yes: 23% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 72% | It's complicated: 14% | Yes: 8% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 23% | No: 11% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

4.03

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