The Birthgrave by Tanith Lee

The Birthgrave

Birthgrave #1

Tanith Lee

496 pages first pub 1975 (editions)

fiction fantasy science fiction dark slow-paced
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A mysterious woman awakens in the heart of a dormant volcano. She comes forth into a brutal ancient world transformed by genocidal pestilence, fierce beauty, and cultural devastation. She has no memory of herself, and she could be anyone—mortal wo...

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Community Reviews Summary of 136 reviews

Moods

adventurous 68%
dark 62%
mysterious 56%
challenging 50%
emotional 31%
reflective 31%
tense 31%
sad 18%
hopeful 6%
inspiring 6%

Pace

slow 73%
medium 20%
fast 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Character: 35% | Plot: 14%

Strong character development?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 14%

Loveable characters?

No: 46% | It's complicated: 46% | Yes: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 41% | Yes: 41% | It's complicated: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 76% | It's complicated: 23%

Average rating

3.58

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