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Earthsea: The First Four Books by Ursula K. Le Guin

adventurous dark emotional funny hopeful reflective slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

As someone who doesn't usually read fantasy, I really enjoyed this collection. The books were slower paced than I'd typically read, though I still found I enjoyed them immensely. I really enjoyed the way the books focus on the characters and their development and interactions, rather than focusing on just pure action. This is probably why I enjoyed the fourth book so much, which, despite not having a grand adventure at it's core like the other three, was still a captivating read, especially as Le Guin reflects on the gender imbalances present in the world she'd created.
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