The King of Infinite Space by Lyndsay Faye

The King of Infinite Space

Lyndsay Faye

384 pages • first pub 2021 (editions)

fiction contemporary lgbtqia+ hopeful reflective sad fast-paced

Description

In this lush, magical, queer, and feminist take on Hamlet in modern-day New York City, a neuro-atypical philosopher, along with his best friend Horatio and artist ex-fiancé Lia, are caught up in the otherworldly events surrounding the death of his...

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Community Reviews Summary of 286 reviews

Moods

emotional 79%
sad 56%
dark 55%
mysterious 52%
reflective 33%
challenging 27%
tense 26%
funny 18%
hopeful 12%
adventurous 10%
informative 4%
inspiring 2%
lighthearted 1%

Pace

medium 57%
slow 21%
fast 21%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 44% | Character: 40% | Plot: 14%

Strong character development?

Yes: 57% | It's complicated: 30% | No: 11%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 64% | It's complicated: 24% | No: 11%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 93% | It's complicated: 4% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 1%

Average rating

4.03

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