Glory O'Brien's History of the Future by A.S. King

Glory O'Brien's History of the Future

A.S. King

368 pages • first pub 2014 (editions)

fiction contemporary magical realism young adult challenging reflective medium-paced

Description

In this masterpiece about freedom, feminism, and destiny, Printz Honor author A.S. King tells the epic story of a girl coping with devastating loss at long last--a girl who has no idea that the future needs her, and that the present needs her even...

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Moods

reflective 85%
emotional 65%
dark 50%
hopeful 35%
sad 35%
inspiring 30%
mysterious 25%
funny 20%
tense 15%
adventurous 10%
challenging 10%
informative 5%
lighthearted 5%

Pace

medium 55%
fast 30%
slow 15%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 91% | A mix: 8%

Strong character development?

Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 22%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 47% | It's complicated: 41% | No: 11%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 85% | It's complicated: 7% | Yes: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 88% | It's complicated: 5% | N/A: 5%

Average rating

3.74

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