The Riddle-Master of Hed by Patricia A. McKillip

The Riddle-Master of Hed

Riddle-Master #1

Patricia A. McKillip

229 pages • first pub 1976 (editions)

fiction fantasy adventurous mysterious medium-paced
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Long ago, the wizards had vanished from the world, and all knowledge was left hidden in riddles. Morgon, prince of the simple farmers of Hed, proved himself a master of such riddles when he staked his life to win a crown from the dead Lord of Aum....

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Community Reviews Summary of 957 reviews

Moods

adventurous 93%
mysterious 71%
reflective 31%
challenging 15%
emotional 15%
inspiring 15%
dark 12%
hopeful 12%
lighthearted 12%
tense 9%
funny 6%
relaxing 6%
sad 6%

Pace

medium 50%
slow 35%
fast 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 56% | Plot: 28% | Character: 16%

Strong character development?

Yes: 62% | No: 22% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 61% | It's complicated: 19% | No: 11% | N/A: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 83% | Yes: 8% | It's complicated: 4% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 45% | No: 37% | It's complicated: 16%

Average rating

3.71

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