The Alien by K.A. Applegate

The Alien

Animorphs #8

K.A. Applegate

159 pages • first pub 1997 (editions)

fiction childrens fantasy science fiction young adult adventurous reflective slow-paced

Description

The Animorph kids are joined in their fight against the evil Yeerks by Ax, an Andalite who is stranded on earth until his alien pals return and who is seeking revenge against the alien who killed his brother.

Community Reviews Summary of 580 reviews

Moods

adventurous 95%
emotional 42%
tense 38%
funny 33%
dark 28%
hopeful 23%
mysterious 14%
sad 14%
challenging 9%
lighthearted 9%
inspiring 4%
reflective 4%

Pace

fast 71%
medium 23%
slow 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 63% | Character: 31% | Plot: 5%

Strong character development?

Yes: 95% | No: 5%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 72% | It's complicated: 22% | No: 5%

Average rating

3.84

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