Elric Melnibonélainen by Michael Moorcock

Elric Melnibonélainen

The Elric Saga #1

Michael Moorcock

168 pages first pub 1972 (editions)

fiction fantasy adventurous dark medium-paced

Description

In the ancient land of sorcerous Melniboné, Elric sits upon the Ruby Throne. An albino kept alive by drugs and magic, he is cursed with a keen and cynical intelligence that forces him onto a path few would take willingly—eternal adventure.

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Moods

adventurous 100%
dark 70%
mysterious 29%
reflective 15%
sad 13%
tense 11%
emotional 9%
challenging 3%
lighthearted 3%
funny 1%
inspiring 1%

Pace

medium 46%
fast 42%
slow 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 46% | A mix: 38% | Character: 15%

Strong character development?

No: 43% | It's complicated: 29% | Yes: 27%

Loveable characters?

No: 58% | It's complicated: 30% | Yes: 11%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 80% | It's complicated: 10% | Yes: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 67% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 11%

Average rating

3.61

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