K-Pax by Gene Brewer

256 pages first pub 1995 (editions)

fiction science fiction adventurous medium-paced

Description

Imagine a time and space traveler from another planet. One that looks human and exemplifies the ideal world he comes from, a world free from human nature's greed and cruelty. That creature would be "prot", as he calls himself, the newest patient a...

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Moods

reflective 100%
mysterious 62%
hopeful 50%
dark 25%
emotional 25%
funny 25%
sad 25%
adventurous 12%
informative 12%
inspiring 12%
lighthearted 12%
relaxing 12%

Pace

medium 55%
slow 22%
fast 22%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 66% | A mix: 33%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 44% | Yes: 44% | No: 11%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 12%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 62% | No: 25% | N/A: 12%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Average rating

3.95

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