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Goblin Hero

by Jim C. Hines

Humorous FantasyHigh Fantasy
Published 2007 Pages 289 ~5h Audience Adult Heat 🔥 Pacing Mixed Magic Hard
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Darkness Level 2 — Mild
Some danger and tension, but generally safe in tone

Synopsis

After barely surviving an adventure he never wanted, the scrawny little nearsighted goblin called Jig is now known as Jig Dragonslayer, and has the power of healing, thanks to the forgotten god he worships. But being a hero isn't all it's cracked up to be. Not when the goblin leader wants him dead, and everyone else actually expects him to keep doi…

Tropes

Reluctant HeroOutcast HeroDivine MagicPolitical Intrigue

Tone

HumorousLight-heartedAdventurous

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