The Black Cloud by Fred Hoyle

The Black Cloud

Fred Hoyle

224 pages first pub 1957 (editions) user-added

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 th...

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Community Reviews Summary of 243 reviews

Moods

mysterious 82%
reflective 47%
tense 47%
adventurous 41%
informative 41%
challenging 23%
dark 23%
hopeful 11%
inspiring 11%
emotional 5%
sad 5%

Pace

fast 41%
slow 35%
medium 23%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 85% | A mix: 14%

Strong character development?

No: 73% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 6%

Loveable characters?

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

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | Yes: 26% | It's complicated: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 26% | Yes: 6%

Average rating

3.68

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