The Serpent Called Mercy by Roanne Lau

The Serpent Called Mercy

Roanne Lau

14 hours, 59 minutes first pub 2025 (view editions) user-added

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The Serpent Called Mercy is ideal for readers who crave gritty, character-driven fantasy with intense moral dilemmas and high-stakes action, especially those drawn to stories exploring the bonds of friendship amid ruthless ambition and survival.

Description

 “A show-stopping debut that dazzles even as it pulls at your heartstrings. Featuring breathtaking battles, intricate lore, and a remarkable friendship as its beating heart…a thrilling spectacle from beginning to end. I loved this book.” —Chelsea ...

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Community Reviews

3.8
based on 129 reviews

Moods

adventurous: 81%

emotional: 47%

dark: 42%

tense: 40%

hopeful: 32%

inspiring: 22%

challenging: 19%

reflective: 19%

mysterious: 11%

sad: 11%

funny: 9%

lighthearted: 2%

informative: 1%

relaxing: 1%


Pace

23% of readers chose fast
67% of readers chose medium
9% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

13% of readers chose Plot
52% of readers chose A mix
33% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

82% of readers chose Yes
9% of readers chose Complicated
7% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

78% of readers chose Yes
16% of readers chose Complicated
4% of readers chose No
2% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Diverse cast of characters?

88% of readers chose Yes
9% of readers chose No
2% of readers chose N/A
Yes
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

87% of readers chose Yes
4% of readers chose Complicated
6% of readers chose No
2% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

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