The Claw of the Conciliator by Gene Wolfe

The Claw of the Conciliator

The Book of the New Sun #2

Gene Wolfe

303 pages • 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 82%
dark 75%
adventurous 73%
challenging 64%
reflective 29%
tense 19%
sad 5%
funny 4%
emotional 3%
inspiring 3%
hopeful 1%
informative 1%

Pace

medium 55%
slow 36%
fast 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 59% | Plot: 19% | Character: 18% | N/A: 2%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 40% | Yes: 34% | No: 25%

Loveable characters?

No: 42% | It's complicated: 42% | Yes: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 38% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 63% | No: 19% | It's complicated: 17%

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3.85

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