The Oathbound by Mercedes Lackey

302 pages first pub 1988 (editions)

fiction fantasy adventurous medium-paced
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Tarma witnessed her clan\'s murder and, swearing vengeance, became a master warrior. Kethry fled her forced "marriage" and became an adept--pledging her power to the greatest good. When Kethry obtains a magical sword which draws her to others in n...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,087 reviews

Moods

adventurous 96%
dark 45%
funny 25%
emotional 22%
tense 22%
mysterious 9%
hopeful 6%
inspiring 6%
sad 6%
challenging 3%
lighthearted 3%
reflective 3%

Pace

medium 58%
fast 32%
slow 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 37% | Plot: 33% | Character: 25% | N/A: 3%

Strong character development?

No: 46% | Yes: 32% | It's complicated: 21%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 67% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 10%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 37% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 41% | Yes: 37% | It's complicated: 20%

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