The Councillor by E.J. Beaton

The Councillor

The Councillor #1

E.J. Beaton

442 pages • first pub 2021 (editions)

fiction fantasy lgbtqia+ adventurous mysterious tense slow-paced

Description

This political fantasy follows a scholar’s quest to choose the next ruler of her nation amidst lies, conspiracy, and assassinationWhen the death of Iron Queen Sarelin Brey fractures the realm of Elira, Lysande Prior, the palace scholar and the que...

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Community Reviews Summary of 346 reviews

Moods

adventurous 77%
mysterious 67%
tense 52%
dark 34%
challenging 30%
emotional 29%
reflective 18%
hopeful 8%
inspiring 7%
sad 4%
funny 3%
informative 1%

Pace

slow 54%
medium 41%
fast 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 64% | Character: 19% | Plot: 16%

Strong character development?

Yes: 82% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 5%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 51% | It's complicated: 39% | No: 10%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 81% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 7% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 68% | It's complicated: 22% | No: 8% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

4.02

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