The Future Library: A Tor.com Original by Peng Shepherd

The Future Library: A Tor.com Original

Peng Shepherd

32 pages first pub 2021 (editions)

fiction science fiction challenging reflective medium-paced

Description

More than a hundred years from now, an arborist fighting to save the last remaining forest on Earth discovers a secret about the trees—one that changes not only her life, but also the fate of our world. Inspired by the real-life “Future Library,” ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 129 reviews

Moods

sad 71%
emotional 65%
reflective 57%
dark 45%
challenging 37%
mysterious 25%
hopeful 22%
informative 8%
inspiring 8%
tense 8%
adventurous 5%

Pace

fast 48%
medium 29%
slow 22%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 50% | A mix: 30% | Character: 20%

Strong character development?

No: 52% | Yes: 29% | It's complicated: 17%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 52% | It's complicated: 35% | No: 11%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 43% | No: 37% | N/A: 12% | It's complicated: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 64% | It's complicated: 17% | Yes: 17%

Average rating

4.2

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