Gifts by Ursula K. Le Guin

Gifts

Annals of the Western Shore #1

Ursula K. Le Guin

286 pages • first pub 2004 (editions)

fiction fantasy young adult adventurous emotional reflective slow-paced
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Description

In this beautifully crafted yet darkly compelling fantasy, Le Guin writes of the cruelty of power and how hard it is to grow up in a world in which each person has a magical, dangerous gift.

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Moods

reflective 58%
emotional 51%
adventurous 47%
dark 31%
mysterious 30%
sad 26%
hopeful 13%
tense 13%
inspiring 10%
challenging 9%
lighthearted 7%
relaxing 7%
funny 2%

Pace

slow 44%
medium 37%
fast 18%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 60% | A mix: 34% | Plot: 5%

Strong character development?

Yes: 78% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 6%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 64% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 8% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 37% | Yes: 37% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 74% | It's complicated: 19% | No: 6%

Average rating

3.67

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