The Lives of Tao by Wesley Chu

The Lives of Tao

Tao #1

Wesley Chu

464 pages first pub 2013 (editions)

fiction fantasy science fiction adventurous fast-paced

Description

A pizza-loving slacker becomes the host of an ancient alien—and a pawn in an ongoing alien war—in this “science fiction romp” full of wit and humor (Huffington Post) When out-of-shape IT technician Roen woke up and started hearing voices in his he...

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Community Reviews Summary of 843 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
funny 33%
tense 22%
lighthearted 13%
mysterious 13%
emotional 11%
sad 11%
dark 5%
hopeful 5%
reflective 5%
challenging 2%
relaxing 2%

Pace

medium 58%
fast 41%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 41% | Plot: 38% | Character: 20%

Strong character development?

Yes: 71% | No: 15% | It's complicated: 12%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 65% | No: 18% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 46% | No: 30% | It's complicated: 23%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 78% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 6% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.58

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