On Stranger Tides by Tim Powers

On Stranger Tides

Tim Powers

326 pages • first pub 1987 (editions)

fiction fantasy historical horror adventurous fast-paced

Description

On Stranger Tides is Tim Powers's great Disneyland ride through pirates, puppeteers, treasure, and thrill a minute action that carries on from page one.

Community Reviews Summary of 582 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
dark 39%
tense 34%
mysterious 30%
funny 17%
emotional 13%
lighthearted 13%
inspiring 4%

Pace

fast 63%
medium 31%
slow 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 78% | A mix: 14% | Character: 7%

Strong character development?

Yes: 82% | It's complicated: 17%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 31% | No: 18%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 42% | Yes: 42% | It's complicated: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 50% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 12%

Average rating

3.63

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