fiction science fiction adventurous challenging dark medium-paced

308 pages | first published 1987

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One woman is called upon to rebuild the future of humankind after a nuclear war, in this revelatory post-apocalyptic tale from the award-winning author of Parable of the Sower. When Lilith lyapo wakes from a centuries-long sleep, she finds herse...
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Summary of 4931 reviews

Moods

dark 63%
challenging 55%
tense 49%
adventurous 47%
mysterious 47%
reflective 41%
emotional 32%
sad 15%
hopeful 5%
inspiring 4%
informative 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 63%
fast 19%
slow 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 56% | Character: 26% | Plot: 17%

Strong character development?

Yes: 67% | It's complicated: 26% | No: 5%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 57% | Yes: 24% | No: 17%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 91% | It's complicated: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 48% | It's complicated: 29% | No: 20% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

4.14

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