Ballad: A Gathering of Faerie by Maggie Stiefvater

Ballad: A Gathering of Faerie

Books of Faerie #2

Maggie Stiefvater

352 pages • first pub 2009 (editions)

fiction fantasy young adult emotional medium-paced
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In this mesmerizing sequel to Lament: The Faerie Queen's Deception, music prodigy James Morgan and his best friend, Deirdre, join a private conservatory for musicians. James' musical talent attracts Nuala, a soul-snatching faerie muse who fosters ...

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Moods

adventurous 76%
mysterious 61%
dark 42%
tense 42%
emotional 38%
funny 23%
sad 15%
challenging 7%
inspiring 7%
lighthearted 7%
reflective 7%
hopeful 3%
relaxing 3%

Pace

medium 59%
fast 25%
slow 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 63% | Character: 31% | Plot: 4%

Strong character development?

Yes: 68% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 13%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 48% | It's complicated: 28% | No: 24%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 68% | Yes: 18% | N/A: 9% | It's complicated: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 19% | No: 14%

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