Goldenhand by Garth Nix

Goldenhand

Abhorsen #5

Garth Nix

373 pages first pub 2016 (editions) user-added

fiction fantasy young adult adventurous mysterious slow-paced
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For readers who crave immersive, magical worlds, complex characters, and epic adventures, Goldenhand by Garth Nix is a captivating tale of necromancy, romance, and self-discovery that will transport you to a realm of wonder and enchantment.

Description

For everyone and everything there is a time to die.Lirael is no longer a shy Second Assistant Librarian. She is the Abhorsen-in-Waiting, with Dead creatures to battle and Free Magic entities to bind. She’s also a Remembrancer, wielder of the Dark ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 3,462 reviews

Moods

adventurous 98%
dark 30%
mysterious 29%
tense 28%
emotional 24%
hopeful 23%
funny 13%
challenging 6%
inspiring 5%
lighthearted 4%
reflective 1%
relaxing 1%
sad 1%

Pace

medium 60%
fast 29%
slow 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 49% | A mix: 44% | Character: 6%

Strong character development?

Yes: 49% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 89% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 41% | Yes: 40% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 58% | Yes: 22% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

4.03

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