The War of the Worlds by H.G. Wells

The War of the Worlds

H.G. Wells

336 pages first pub 1898 (editions)

fiction classics science fiction adventurous dark tense medium-paced

Description

H.G. Well's 1898 science fiction classic, The War of the Worlds, tapped into society's fears about worldwide security and an impending war in Europe. However, it wasn't until forty years later that The War of the Worlds became infamous. On Octobe...

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Moods

adventurous 65%
dark 61%
tense 59%
mysterious 32%
reflective 27%
challenging 15%
emotional 10%
sad 9%
hopeful 7%
informative 3%
inspiring 2%

Pace

medium 44%
slow 33%
fast 22%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 78% | A mix: 15% | Character: 5%

Strong character development?

No: 71% | It's complicated: 14% | Yes: 11% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

No: 57% | It's complicated: 22% | Yes: 11% | N/A: 8%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 88% | It's complicated: 3% | N/A: 3% | Yes: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 76% | It's complicated: 11% | Yes: 8% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.57

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