Mythago Wood by Robert Holdstock

336 pages first pub 1984 (editions)

fiction fantasy adventurous mysterious reflective slow-paced
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The mystery of Ryhope Wood, Britain's last fragment of primeval forest, consumed George Huxley's entire long life. Now, after his death, his sons have taken up his work. But what they discover is numinous and perilous beyond all expectation. For t...

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Moods

adventurous 86%
mysterious 86%
dark 56%
reflective 26%
tense 23%
emotional 21%
challenging 16%
sad 8%
informative 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

slow 50%
medium 45%
fast 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 51% | Plot: 29% | Character: 14% | N/A: 4%

Strong character development?

No: 36% | It's complicated: 34% | Yes: 26% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

No: 53% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 15% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 68% | It's complicated: 15% | Yes: 11% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 40% | Yes: 30% | No: 24% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

3.54

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