The Sword of Summer by Rick Riordan

503 pages first pub 2015 (editions)

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The first book in Rick Riordan's #1 New York Times best-selling Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard series, based on Norse mythology, is now available in paperback. "The Sword of Summer is a propulsive, kinetic, witty rebooting of Norse mythology ...

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Moods

adventurous 98%
funny 80%
lighthearted 42%
emotional 24%
mysterious 19%
tense 15%
hopeful 13%
inspiring 10%
challenging 9%
informative 7%
relaxing 6%
dark 5%
sad 3%
reflective 2%

Pace

fast 53%
medium 44%
slow 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 62% | Plot: 31% | Character: 6%

Strong character development?

Yes: 80% | No: 9% | It's complicated: 8% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 94% | It's complicated: 3% | No: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 94% | It's complicated: 3% | No: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 39% | No: 31% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 3%

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