The Black Cloud by Fred Hoyle

The Black Cloud

Fred Hoyle

192 pages first pub 1957 (editions)

fiction classics science fiction informative medium-paced

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"One of the greatest works of science fiction ever written." - Richard Dawkins "Without a question the most intelligently written science fiction story I have ever read . . . A terrific yarn." - Charlotte Observer "An eerie story which demands t...

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Community Reviews Summary of 237 reviews

Moods

mysterious 81%
tense 50%
informative 43%
reflective 43%
adventurous 37%
dark 25%
challenging 18%
hopeful 12%
inspiring 12%
emotional 6%
sad 6%

Pace

slow 37%
fast 37%
medium 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 84% | A mix: 15%

Strong character development?

No: 78% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 7%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 42% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 21% | N/A: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 64% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 71% | It's complicated: 21% | Yes: 7%

Average rating

3.69

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