City of Bones by Martha Wells

City of Bones

Martha Wells

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fiction fantasy science fiction adventurous slow-paced

Description

Khat, a member of a humanoid race created by the Ancients to survive in the Waste, and Sagai, his human partner, are relic dealers working on the edge of society, trying to stay one step ahead of the Trade Inspectors and to support Sagai's family....

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Community Reviews Summary of 435 reviews

Moods

adventurous 98%
mysterious 80%
tense 26%
emotional 19%
dark 18%
funny 16%
challenging 8%
inspiring 8%
hopeful 6%
reflective 6%
informative 4%
lighthearted 4%
sad 4%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 67%
slow 21%
fast 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 60% | Plot: 31% | Character: 8%

Strong character development?

Yes: 64% | No: 22% | It's complicated: 8% | N/A: 4%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 2% | No: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 44% | No: 40% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.91

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