The World Gives Way by Marissa Levien

The World Gives Way

Marissa Levien

416 pages • first pub 2021 (editions) user-added

fiction dystopian science fiction dark mysterious tense medium-paced

Description

In a near-future world on the brink of collapse, a young woman born into servitude must seize her own freedom in this glittering debut with a brilliant twist; perfect for fans of Station Eleven, Karen Thompson Walker, and Naomi Alderman.In fifty y...

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Community Reviews Summary of 365 reviews

Moods

emotional 75%
sad 60%
reflective 55%
adventurous 48%
dark 46%
tense 37%
challenging 22%
mysterious 22%
hopeful 17%
inspiring 8%
funny 2%
informative 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 71%
slow 16%
fast 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 56% | Character: 30% | Plot: 13%

Strong character development?

Yes: 67% | It's complicated: 17% | No: 13% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 11%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 41% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 42% | Yes: 40% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.83

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