Rise of Empire by Michael J. Sullivan

799 pages first pub 2010 (editions)

fiction fantasy adventurous mysterious fast-paced
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The adventure continues as Royce and Hadrian aid the struggling kingdom of Melengar as it alone stands in defiance against the newly formed empire. War approaches and a desperate gamble behind enemy lines is their only chance at forming an allianc...

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Moods

adventurous 100%
funny 46%
mysterious 46%
tense 35%
dark 26%
emotional 21%
lighthearted 18%
challenging 10%
hopeful 10%
sad 7%
inspiring 4%
reflective 3%
relaxing 2%

Pace

medium 56%
fast 35%
slow 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 58% | Plot: 34% | Character: 6%

Strong character development?

Yes: 68% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 14% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 89% | It's complicated: 10%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 50% | No: 30% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 43% | No: 32% | It's complicated: 22% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

4.22

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