The Ocean at the End of the Lane by Neil Gaiman

The Ocean at the End of the Lane

Neil Gaiman with Elise Hurst (Illustrator)

323 pages • first pub 2013 (editions)

fiction fantasy horror magical realism adventurous dark mysterious medium-paced

Description

A special illustrated edition of The Ocean at the End of the Lane, the bestselling magical novel from master storyteller Neil Gaiman. Breathtaking black-and-white illustrations throughout by fine artist and illustrator, Elise Hurst. 'Both a pitch-...

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Community Reviews Summary of 45,806 reviews

Moods

mysterious 77%
adventurous 68%
dark 63%
emotional 39%
reflective 37%
tense 25%
sad 20%
hopeful 14%
inspiring 8%
challenging 7%
lighthearted 5%
funny 3%
relaxing 3%

Pace

medium 55%
fast 35%
slow 8%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Plot: 27% | Character: 21%

Strong character development?

Yes: 45% | It's complicated: 30% | No: 21% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 78% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 8%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 63% | Yes: 16% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 45% | Yes: 27% | It's complicated: 24% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

4.04

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