The Brief History of the Dead by Kevin Brockmeier

The Brief History of the Dead

Kevin Brockmeier

fiction fantasy science fiction mysterious reflective slow-paced

252 pages | first published 2003

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From Kevin Brockmeier, one of this generation's most inventive young writers, comes a striking new novel about death, life, and the mysterious place in between. The City is inhabited by those who have departed Earth but are still remembered by the...
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Summary of 872 reviews

Moods

reflective 82%
mysterious 53%
sad 46%
dark 42%
emotional 42%
adventurous 21%
challenging 17%
hopeful 10%
tense 10%
funny 3%
informative 3%
inspiring 3%

Pace

slow 46%
medium 46%
fast 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 55% | A mix: 25% | Plot: 20%

Strong character development?

No: 52% | It's complicated: 31% | Yes: 15%

Loveable characters?

No: 35% | Yes: 35% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 10%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 57% | Yes: 26% | It's complicated: 15%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 68% | It's complicated: 26% | Yes: 5%

Average rating

3.61

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