Iron Heart by Nina Varela

416 pages first pub 2020 (editions)

fiction fantasy lgbtqia+ romance young adult adventurous emotional medium-paced

Description

For too long, Automae have lorded over the kingdom of Rabu, oppressing its human citizens. But the human revolution has risen, and at its heart is Ayla. Once a handmaiden, now a fugitive, Ayla narrowly escaped the palace of Lady Crier, the girl sh...

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Moods

adventurous 96%
emotional 60%
hopeful 39%
tense 33%
mysterious 27%
dark 21%
inspiring 20%
challenging 13%
funny 11%
reflective 7%
lighthearted 6%
sad 4%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 70%
fast 25%
slow 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 67% | Plot: 21% | Character: 10%

Strong character development?

Yes: 87% | It's complicated: 7% | No: 4% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 94% | It's complicated: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 91% | It's complicated: 6% | N/A: 1% | No: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 52% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 19% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

4.29

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