The Invisible Man: A Grotesque Romance by H.G. Wells

The Invisible Man: A Grotesque Romance

H.G. Wells

fiction classics science fiction adventurous fast-paced

192 pages | first published 1897

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A gripping and entertaining tale of terror and suspense as well as a potent Faustian allegory of hubris and science run amok, The Invisible Man endures as one of the signature stories in the literature of science fiction. A brilliant scientist unc...
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Moods

mysterious 69%
dark 53%
adventurous 46%
tense 43%
funny 13%
challenging 11%
reflective 9%
sad 6%
lighthearted 3%
emotional 2%
informative 2%

Pace

medium 45%
fast 33%
slow 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 40% | Plot: 30% | A mix: 26% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 17% | Yes: 13% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

No: 76% | It's complicated: 14% | Yes: 6% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 86% | It's complicated: 5% | Yes: 5% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 3% | N/A: 1%

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3.37

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