The Fall of the Kings by Delia Sherman, Ellen Kushner
The Fall of the Kings

Delia Sherman, Ellen Kushner

476 pages first pub 2002 (editions)

fiction fantasy adventurous slow-paced
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The Fall of the Kings by Delia Sherman and Ellen Kushner is a captivating tale that will resonate with readers who appreciate intricate world-building, complex characters, and provocative explorations of power, identity, and the blurred lines between history and myth, making it a perfect fit for fans of fantasy, historical fiction, and literary fiction enthusiasts who crave depth and nuance.

Description

Basil St. Cloud falls in love with a descendant of the royal line of deposed and magical kings, and finds himself caught up in a secret movement demanding a return to the rituals of the past.

Community Reviews

3.55
based on 419 reviews

Moods

adventurous: 60%

emotional: 60%

mysterious: 60%

dark: 46%

tense: 46%

challenging: 33%

reflective: 13%

funny: 6%

informative: 6%

sad: 6%


Pace

53% of readers chose medium
46% of readers chose slow
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

14% of readers chose Plot
64% of readers chose A mix
21% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

61% of readers chose Yes
30% of readers chose Complicated
7% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

53% of readers chose Yes
30% of readers chose Complicated
15% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

46% of readers chose Yes
15% of readers chose Complicated
38% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Flaws of characters a main focus?

100% of readers chose Yes
Yes

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