Crosshairs by Catherine Hernandez

Crosshairs

Catherine Hernandez

fiction dystopian lgbtqia+ science fiction challenging dark reflective medium-paced

272 pages | first published 2020

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The author of the acclaimed novel Scarborough weaves an unforgettable and timely dystopian tale about a near-future, where a queer Black performer and his allies join forces to rise up when an oppressive regime gathers those deemed “Other” into co...
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Summary of 306 reviews

Moods

dark 82%
emotional 70%
challenging 63%
tense 59%
reflective 47%
sad 47%
inspiring 27%
hopeful 20%
adventurous 17%
informative 6%
mysterious 1%

Pace

medium 61%
fast 25%
slow 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 58% | Character: 20% | Plot: 20%

Strong character development?

Yes: 74% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 6%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 45% | It's complicated: 29% | Yes: 18% | N/A: 7%

Average rating

4.06

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