The Wake by Neil Gaiman

191 pages first pub 1996 (editions)

fiction comics fantasy dark sad slow-paced

Description

In the final Sandman tale, Morpheus makes the ultimate decision between change and death. As one journey for the Endless ends, another begins for the Lord of Dreams and his family, bringing with it a time of reflection and a sad celebration.One of...

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Community Reviews Summary of 3,155 reviews

Moods

dark 68%
emotional 68%
reflective 62%
sad 61%
mysterious 30%
challenging 21%
hopeful 19%
adventurous 18%
inspiring 7%
funny 3%
relaxing 1%
tense 1%

Pace

medium 45%
slow 37%
fast 17%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 62% | A mix: 28% | Plot: 7% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 56% | It's complicated: 32% | No: 7% | N/A: 4%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 73% | It's complicated: 23% | N/A: 1% | No: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 71% | No: 14% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 67% | It's complicated: 23% | N/A: 4% | No: 4%

Average rating

4.44

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