fiction fantasy philosophy reflective slow-paced

352 pages | first published 1999

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A chance meeting on the Fijian island of Taveuni is the trigger for a fascinating and mysterious novel that intertwines the stories of John Spooke, an English author who is grieving for his dead wife; Frank Andersen, a Norwegian evolutionary biolo...
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Summary of 191 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
mysterious 100%
reflective 100%
challenging 50%
emotional 25%
funny 25%
hopeful 25%
informative 25%
sad 25%

Pace

slow 60%
medium 40%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.51

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