The Book Without Words: A Fable of Medieval Magic by Avi, Tim Zulewski

The Book Without Words: A Fable of Medieval Magic

Avi, Tim Zulewski

4 hours first pub 2005 (editions)

fiction fantasy historical young adult adventurous dark mysterious medium-paced
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IN THE DARK of winter in the town of Fulworth, an old man named Thorston has devoted his life to the illegal practice of alchemy in the quest to uncover the Great Secret: of making gold, and of immortality. Yet just as he is on the brink of a disc...

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Community Reviews Summary of 195 reviews

Moods

mysterious 80%
adventurous 60%
lighthearted 60%
dark 40%
emotional 40%
funny 40%
challenging 20%
hopeful 20%
informative 20%
reflective 20%
tense 20%

Pace

medium 60%
fast 20%
slow 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

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

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 66% | No: 33%

Loveable characters?

No: 33% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 66% | No: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 66% | Yes: 33%

Average rating

3.24

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