Mars by Ben Bova

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fiction science fiction adventurous slow-paced

Description

This grand epic adventure from six-time Hugo Award-winning author Ben Bova tells the irresistible story of man's first mission to that great unconquered frontier, Mars-a planet pocked by meteors, baked by ultraviolet light, and covered by endless ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 231 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
hopeful 37%
inspiring 25%
mysterious 25%
tense 25%
challenging 12%
dark 12%
funny 12%
informative 12%

Pace

slow 50%
medium 37%
fast 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 50% | A mix: 25% | Character: 25%

Strong character development?

No: 57% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 14%

Loveable characters?

No: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 37% | No: 12%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 42% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 28%

Average rating

3.68

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