The Lives of Tao by Wesley Chu

The Lives of Tao

Tao #1

Wesley Chu with Argh! Oxford (Illustrator)

fiction fantasy science fiction adventurous fast-paced

460 pages | first published 2013

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Goodreads Choice 2013 Nominee - Science FictionWhen out-of-shape IT technician Roen woke up and started hearing voices in his head, he naturally assumed he was losing it. He wasn't. He now has a passenger in his brain - an ancient alien life-form ...
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Summary of 723 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
funny 24%
tense 24%
mysterious 16%
emotional 12%
lighthearted 12%
sad 12%
hopeful 8%
reflective 8%
dark 4%

Pace

medium 53%
fast 46%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 50% | A mix: 37% | Character: 12%

Strong character development?

Yes: 69% | No: 21% | It's complicated: 8%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 59% | No: 27% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 42% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 23%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 82% | No: 8% | It's complicated: 4% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

3.55

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