The Invisible Man by H.G. Wells

The Invisible Man

H.G. Wells

196 pages first pub 1897 (editions) user-added

fiction classics science fiction adventurous fast-paced

Description

On a cold day in February, a stranger arrives in the village of Iping. He wears gloves and dark glasses, even inside, and his face is covered in bandages. Soon crimes occur that cannot be explained, and the townspeople realize the unthinkable trut...

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Moods

mysterious 70%
dark 53%
adventurous 47%
tense 43%
funny 13%
challenging 12%
reflective 11%
sad 6%
informative 3%
lighthearted 3%
emotional 2%

Pace

medium 46%
fast 34%
slow 19%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 41% | Plot: 29% | A mix: 27% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

No: 67% | It's complicated: 18% | Yes: 11% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

No: 77% | It's complicated: 14% | Yes: 6% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 85% | Yes: 6% | It's complicated: 4% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 86% | It's complicated: 9% | No: 3% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.37

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