Guardians of the West by David Eddings

Guardians of the West

The Malloreon #1

David Eddings

448 pages first pub 1987 (editions)

fiction fantasy adventurous slow-paced
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Here, in the eagerly awaited sequel to David Eddings' bestselling The Belgariad, is the first book of The Malloreon, an epic quest across strange lands and among stranger peoples--a magnificent fantasy of men, Kings, Sorcerers, and Gods caught up ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 2,385 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
mysterious 40%
funny 37%
tense 25%
emotional 22%
dark 20%
challenging 14%
hopeful 14%
lighthearted 11%
inspiring 8%
sad 8%
informative 2%
relaxing 2%

Pace

medium 71%
slow 21%
fast 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 60% | A mix: 33% | Character: 6%

Strong character development?

No: 60% | Yes: 36% | It's complicated: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 86% | No: 10% | It's complicated: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 37% | No: 27% | It's complicated: 27% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 61% | Yes: 23% | It's complicated: 7% | N/A: 7%

Average rating

3.86

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