The Claw of the Conciliator by Gene Wolfe

The Claw of the Conciliator

The Book of the New Sun #2

Gene Wolfe

missing page info Add in missing page information • first pub 1981 (editions)

fiction fantasy science fiction speculative fiction adventurous challenging mysterious slow-paced
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Severian is in possession of a gem considered to be "The Claw of the Conciliator", a powerful relic of the Master of Power, a legendary figure of mythic proportions. Armed with his sword, Terminus Est, and the Claw, Severian continues his journey ...

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Moods

mysterious 83%
adventurous 73%
dark 73%
challenging 66%
reflective 28%
tense 19%
sad 6%
funny 4%
emotional 3%
inspiring 3%
hopeful 1%
informative 1%

Pace

medium 55%
slow 35%
fast 8%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 58% | Plot: 20% | Character: 20% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 40% | Yes: 36% | No: 23%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 44% | No: 41% | Yes: 13%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 39% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 26% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 67% | No: 17% | It's complicated: 15%

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