Black Sun Rising by C.S. Friedman

586 pages first pub 1991 (editions)

fiction fantasy science fiction adventurous dark slow-paced
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On the distant world of Erna, four people--Priest, Adept, Sorcerer, and Apprentice--are drawn together to battle the forces of evil, led by the demonic fae, a soul-destroying force that preys on the human mind.

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Moods

adventurous 94%
dark 89%
mysterious 44%
tense 28%
challenging 10%
reflective 10%
emotional 7%
funny 2%
inspiring 2%
sad 2%

Pace

slow 55%
medium 40%
fast 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 57% | Plot: 35% | Character: 7%

Strong character development?

Yes: 60% | No: 24% | It's complicated: 16%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 62% | No: 18% | Yes: 14% | N/A: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 59% | Yes: 29% | It's complicated: 11%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 80% | No: 16% | It's complicated: 4%

Average rating

3.79

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