Hard to Be a God by Boris Strugatsky, Arkady Strugatsky

246 pages first pub 1964 (editions)

fiction fantasy science fiction adventurous challenging medium-paced

Description

The novel follows Anton, an undercover operative from the future planet Earth, in his mission on an alien planet, that is populated by human beings, whose society has not advanced beyond the Middle Ages. The novel's core idea is that human progres...

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Community Reviews Summary of 267 reviews

Moods

dark 73%
adventurous 70%
reflective 53%
mysterious 36%
challenging 33%
tense 26%
sad 16%
emotional 13%
funny 13%
inspiring 10%
hopeful 6%
informative 3%
lighthearted 3%

Pace

medium 42%
fast 42%
slow 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 45% | Plot: 35% | Character: 20%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 38% | No: 28% | Yes: 28% | N/A: 4%

Loveable characters?

No: 33% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 28% | N/A: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 60% | Yes: 30% | It's complicated: 5% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 47% | It's complicated: 23% | No: 23% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

3.9

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