Behemoth by Scott Westerfeld

485 pages first pub 2010 (editions) user-added

fiction fantasy historical young adult adventurous mysterious fast-paced

Description

The behemoth is the fiercest creature in the British navy. It can swallow enemy battleships with one bite. The Darwinists will need it, now that they are at war with the Clanker powers. Deryn is a girl posing as a boy in the British Air Service, a...

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Moods

adventurous 100%
tense 36%
funny 34%
mysterious 26%
emotional 14%
hopeful 12%
lighthearted 12%
inspiring 9%
informative 7%
relaxing 7%
challenging 4%
dark 2%
reflective 2%

Pace

fast 55%
medium 42%
slow 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 60% | Plot: 28% | Character: 10%

Strong character development?

Yes: 82% | It's complicated: 6% | No: 6% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 96% | It's complicated: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 44% | No: 34% | It's complicated: 20%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 55% | No: 24% | It's complicated: 20%

Average rating

4.14

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