Wizard of the Crow by Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o

Wizard of the Crow

Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o

784 pages • first pub 2004 (editions)

fiction fantasy magical realism funny reflective slow-paced
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Description

Commencing in "our times" and set in the "Free Republic of Aburlria," this novel dramatizes with humor and keenness of observation a battle for control of the souls of the Aburlrian people. Among the contenders: His High Mighty Excellency; the epo...

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Community Reviews Summary of 383 reviews

Moods

funny 71%
reflective 54%
challenging 43%
adventurous 32%
dark 19%
hopeful 19%
emotional 17%
inspiring 17%
informative 13%
mysterious 13%
sad 6%
tense 6%
lighthearted 4%

Pace

slow 54%
medium 41%
fast 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 51% | Plot: 27% | Character: 18% | N/A: 2%

Strong character development?

Yes: 65% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 15%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 56% | Yes: 41% | No: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 86% | It's complicated: 7% | No: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 72% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 5%

Average rating

4.33

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