Ballad: A Gathering of Faerie by Maggie Stiefvater

Ballad: A Gathering of Faerie

Books of Faerie #2

Maggie Stiefvater

fiction fantasy young adult emotional medium-paced

352 pages | first published 2009

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In this mesmerizing sequel to Lament: The Faerie Queen's Deception, music prodigy James Morgan and his best friend, Deirdre, join a private conservatory for musicians. James' musical talent attracts Nuala, a soul-snatching faerie muse who fosters ...
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Moods

adventurous 70%
mysterious 60%
emotional 40%
dark 35%
tense 35%
funny 25%
sad 15%
challenging 10%
inspiring 10%
reflective 10%
hopeful 5%
lighthearted 5%
relaxing 5%

Pace

medium 63%
fast 21%
slow 15%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 52% | Character: 41% | Plot: 5%

Strong character development?

Yes: 64% | It's complicated: 17% | No: 17%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 47% | It's complicated: 26% | No: 26%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 64% | Yes: 17% | N/A: 11% | It's complicated: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 56% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 18%

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3.71

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