A Wish in the Dark by Christina Soontornvat

A Wish in the Dark

Christina Soontornvat

375 pages • first pub 2020 (editions)

fiction fantasy middle grade adventurous hopeful inspiring medium-paced
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Description

All light in Chattana is created by one man — the Governor, who appeared after the Great Fire to bring peace and order to the city. For Pong, who was born in Namwon Prison, the magical lights represent freedom, and he dreams of the day he will be ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 900 reviews

Moods

adventurous 80%
hopeful 65%
inspiring 54%
emotional 43%
reflective 29%
mysterious 13%
tense 13%
sad 11%
funny 10%
lighthearted 10%
challenging 9%
dark 7%
informative 2%
relaxing 2%

Pace

medium 60%
fast 32%
slow 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 61% | Character: 21% | Plot: 15%

Strong character development?

Yes: 94% | It's complicated: 3% | No: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 88% | It's complicated: 6% | No: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 85% | No: 6% | It's complicated: 4% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 58% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 16% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

4.3

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