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The Light Fantastic

Terry Pratchett
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The Light Fantastic

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2016

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Terry Pratchett

The Light Fantastic

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Discworld • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2016

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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Super Short Summary

The Light Fantastic by Terry Pratchett follows the journey of the novice wizard Rincewind and the naive tourist Twoflower as they navigate a fantastical world filled with magic and danger. This second installment of the Discworld series continues their adventures, blending humor with imaginative storytelling.

Humorous

Fantastical

Adventurous

Playful

Reviews & Readership

3.5

571 ratings

52%

Loved it

30%

Mixed feelings

18%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Terry Pratchett's The Light Fantastic is celebrated for its witty humor, imaginative world-building, and engaging narrative. Readers appreciate the satirical tone and the development of beloved characters introduced in The Colour of Magic. Some criticisms include occasional pacing issues and complex plotlines that may confuse new readers. Overall, it's a delightful and thought-provoking read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Light Fantastic?

Readers who revel in witty fantasy with rich world-building, like Douglas Adams' The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy or Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett’s Good Omens, will enjoy Terry Pratchett's The Light Fantastic. Fans of satire, whimsical humor, and clever social commentary will find this book particularly delightful.

3.5

571 ratings

52%

Loved it

30%

Mixed feelings

18%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Discworld • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2016

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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