The Light Fantastic
Humorous FantasyHigh Fantasy
Published 1986 Pages 266 ~4h Rating ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 3.98 Audience Adult Heat 🔥 Pacing Fast-paced Magic Soft
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Darkness Level 2 — Mild
Some danger and tension, but generally safe in tone
Synopsis
Fantasy roman.
Tropes
Reluctant HeroQuestMagical ArtifactsEnd of the World StakesComing of AgeFound Family
Awards
★ Locus Nominee
Tone
HumorousWhimsicalAdventurous
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