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384 pages • first pub 1959 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: The Folio Society
Publication date: Not specified
Description
Jin Yong’s action-packed fantasy transports readers deep into China’s tumultuous past. This Folio edition of A Hero Born features stunning artwork by Ye Luying and an introduction by Ken Liu.
Community Reviews Summary of 741 reviews
Moods
lighthearted 27%
funny 20%
mysterious 20%
emotional 12%
challenging 10%
tense 10%
hopeful 8%
inspiring 8%
dark 6%
reflective 6%
informative 4%
relaxing 2%
Pace
fast 27%
slow 18%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 46% | Plot: 42% | Character: 11%Strong character development?
Yes: 47% | It's complicated: 26% | No: 24% | N/A: 1%Loveable characters?
Yes: 54% | It's complicated: 30% | No: 15%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 65% | It's complicated: 17% | No: 10% | N/A: 6%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 47% | No: 27% | It's complicated: 23% | N/A: 2%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Injury/Injury detail, Violence, MurderModerate
Death, Kidnapping, BloodMinor
Pregnancy, War, Sexism384 pages • first pub 1959 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: The Folio Society
Publication date: Not specified
Description
Jin Yong’s action-packed fantasy transports readers deep into China’s tumultuous past. This Folio edition of A Hero Born features stunning artwork by Ye Luying and an introduction by Ken Liu.
Community Reviews Summary of 741 reviews
Moods
lighthearted 27%
funny 20%
mysterious 20%
emotional 12%
challenging 10%
tense 10%
hopeful 8%
inspiring 8%
dark 6%
reflective 6%
informative 4%
relaxing 2%
Pace
fast 27%
slow 18%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 46% | Plot: 42% | Character: 11%Strong character development?
Yes: 47% | It's complicated: 26% | No: 24% | N/A: 1%Loveable characters?
Yes: 54% | It's complicated: 30% | No: 15%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 65% | It's complicated: 17% | No: 10% | N/A: 6%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 47% | No: 27% | It's complicated: 23% | N/A: 2%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Injury/Injury detail, Violence, MurderModerate
Death, Kidnapping, BloodMinor
Pregnancy, War, Sexism