A Radical Act of Free Magic by H.G. Parry
A Radical Act of Free Magic

H.G. Parry

A Radical Act of Free Magic

The Shadow Histories #2

H.G. Parry

528 pages first pub 2021 (editions)

fiction fantasy historical informative tense slow-paced
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A Radical Act of Free Magic by H.G. Parry is a captivating read for fans of historical fantasy and alternate history, particularly those who enjoy stories of revolution, magic, and the struggle for freedom, as it masterfully weaves together the intrigue of the French Revolution, the rise of Napoleon, and the emergence of vampires in a richly detailed and immersive world.

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The Concord has been broken, and a war of magic engulfs the world.In France, the brilliant young battle-mage Napoleon Bonaparte has summoned a kraken from the depths, and under his command the Army of the Dead have all but conquered Europe. Britai...

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Community Reviews

4.3
based on 352 reviews

Moods

adventurous: 60%

emotional: 60%

dark: 53%

tense: 52%

mysterious: 36%

informative: 31%

challenging: 26%

hopeful: 24%

inspiring: 24%

reflective: 20%

sad: 17%

funny: 12%

lighthearted: 2%


Pace

10% of readers chose fast
56% of readers chose medium
33% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

13% of readers chose Plot
69% of readers chose A mix
16% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

90% of readers chose Yes
2% of readers chose Complicated
7% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

78% of readers chose Yes
21% of readers chose Complicated
Yes
Complicated

Diverse cast of characters?

75% of readers chose Yes
12% of readers chose Complicated
12% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Flaws of characters a main focus?

54% of readers chose Yes
24% of readers chose Complicated
21% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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