The Element of Fire by Martha Wells

The Element of Fire

Ile-Rien #1

Martha Wells

314 pages • first pub 1993 (editions)

fiction fantasy adventurous slow-paced
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The kingdom of Ile-Rien is in peril, menaced by magical threats and court intrigue. As the weak King Roland, misled by treacherous companions, rules the country, only his ruthless mother, the Dowager Queen Ravenna, truly guards the safety of the r...

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Community Reviews Summary of 404 reviews

Moods

adventurous 94%
mysterious 40%
tense 37%
dark 27%
emotional 18%
challenging 3%
lighthearted 3%
reflective 3%
funny 1%
hopeful 1%
inspiring 1%
relaxing 1%
sad 1%

Pace

medium 40%
slow 38%
fast 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 52% | A mix: 42% | Character: 4%

Strong character development?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 26% | No: 21% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 58% | It's complicated: 24% | No: 17%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 58% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 57% | Yes: 25% | It's complicated: 17%

Average rating

3.71

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