The Fall of Hyperion by Dan Simmons

The Fall of Hyperion

Hyperion Cantos #2

Dan Simmons

528 pages • first pub 1990 (editions)

fiction fantasy science fiction adventurous medium-paced

Description

In the continuation of the epic adventure begun in Hyperion, the far future is resplendent with drama and invention. On the world of Hyperion, the mysterious Time Tombs are opening. And the secrets they contain mean that nothing--nothing anywhere ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 5,171 reviews

Moods

adventurous 86%
mysterious 68%
dark 56%
tense 48%
challenging 44%
emotional 39%
reflective 35%
hopeful 16%
sad 10%
inspiring 8%
funny 3%
informative 2%

Pace

medium 61%
slow 28%
fast 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 66% | Plot: 22% | Character: 11%

Strong character development?

Yes: 67% | It's complicated: 19% | No: 12%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 55% | It's complicated: 34% | No: 9%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 78% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 47% | No: 30% | It's complicated: 21%

Average rating

4.12

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