The Man Who Fell to Earth by Walter Tevis

The Man Who Fell to Earth

Walter Tevis

226 pages • first pub 1963 (editions) user-added

fiction classics science fiction reflective medium-paced

Description

T.J. Newton is an extraterrestrial who goes to Earth on a desperate mission of mercy. But instead of aid, Newton discovers loneliness and despair that ultimately ends in tragedy.

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Moods

reflective 72%
sad 49%
mysterious 40%
emotional 39%
dark 33%
adventurous 23%
challenging 13%
tense 13%
hopeful 4%
funny 2%
lighthearted 2%
informative 1%
inspiring 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 58%
slow 24%
fast 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 56% | A mix: 33% | Plot: 10%

Strong character development?

Yes: 61% | It's complicated: 30% | No: 7%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 38% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 26% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 46% | It's complicated: 23% | Yes: 21% | N/A: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 73% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 5% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.92

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