Escape from Spiderhead by George Saunders

Escape from Spiderhead

George Saunders

10 pages • first pub 2010 (editions)

fiction horror science fiction short stories reflective medium-paced

Description

Because he was convicted of a crime, Jeff has been sent to an experimental prison where inhabitants are guinea pigs for a man named Ray Abnesti, a sort of warden who develops pharmaceuticals.

Community Reviews Summary of 64 reviews

Moods

dark 95%
reflective 45%
mysterious 40%
tense 31%
challenging 27%
sad 22%
adventurous 18%
emotional 13%
informative 4%
lighthearted 4%

Pace

fast 81%
medium 18%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 75% | Character: 15% | Plot: 10%

Strong character development?

No: 38% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 27%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 55% | No: 27% | Yes: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 72% | Yes: 16% | N/A: 11%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 43% | No: 31% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 6%

Average rating

4.2

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