The Lion of Boaz-Jachin and Jachin-Boaz by Russell Hoban

The Lion of Boaz-Jachin and Jachin-Boaz

Russell Hoban

192 pages first pub 1973 (editions)

fiction fantasy magical realism adventurous dark mysterious slow-paced
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'I have gone to look for a lion.' In a world where lions have become extinct, the map-maker Jachin-Boaz nevertheless abandons his wife and son to find one, leaving just this note. But his decision has unexpected consequences. He will be pursued by...

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Community Reviews Summary of 46 reviews

Moods

challenging 71%
mysterious 71%
adventurous 57%
reflective 57%
sad 28%
dark 14%
emotional 14%
hopeful 14%

Pace

slow 80%
medium 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 80% | A mix: 20%

Strong character development?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 20%

Loveable characters?

No: 83% | Yes: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.66

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