The Bone Knife by Intisar Khanani

35 pages first pub 2012 (editions)

fiction fantasy short stories young adult adventurous mysterious medium-paced
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Rae knows how to look out for family. Born with a deformed foot, she feigns indifference to the pity and insults that come her way. Wary of all things beautiful, Rae instantly distrusts their latest visitor: an appallingly attractive faerie. Furth...

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Community Reviews Summary of 371 reviews

Moods

adventurous 68%
mysterious 54%
lighthearted 27%
emotional 22%
reflective 22%
tense 22%
hopeful 18%
dark 13%
relaxing 9%
challenging 4%
funny 4%
inspiring 4%
sad 4%

Pace

fast 63%
medium 36%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 47% | Character: 33% | Plot: 19%

Strong character development?

Yes: 47% | It's complicated: 28% | No: 19% | N/A: 4%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 95% | It's complicated: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 80% | No: 14% | It's complicated: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 52% | It's complicated: 28% | N/A: 9% | No: 9%

Average rating

3.85

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