The Sorcerer of Pyongyang by Marcel Theroux

The Sorcerer of Pyongyang

Marcel Theroux

240 pages first pub 2022 (editions)

fiction contemporary fantasy historical literary adventurous emotional reflective medium-paced
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Description

Ten-year-old Jun-su is a bright and obedient boy whose only desire is to be a credit to his family, his nation, and most importantly, his Dear Leader. However, when he discovers a copy of The Dungeon Master’s Guide, left behind in a hotel room by ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 197 reviews

Moods

emotional 60%
dark 47%
sad 45%
tense 45%
reflective 39%
challenging 38%
adventurous 36%
informative 36%
hopeful 25%
inspiring 11%
mysterious 11%
funny 4%

Pace

medium 56%
fast 26%
slow 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

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

Strong character development?

Yes: 76% | It's complicated: 19% | No: 4%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 40% | It's complicated: 35% | No: 20% | N/A: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 22% | N/A: 16% | No: 11%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 44% | No: 27% | Yes: 22% | N/A: 5%

Average rating

3.61

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