Our Tragic Universe by Scarlett Thomas

Our Tragic Universe

Scarlett Thomas

fiction contemporary literary philosophy adventurous medium-paced

374 pages | first published 2010

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If Kelsey Newman's theory about the end of the time is true, we are all going to live forever. But for Meg - locked in a dead-end relationship and with a deadline looming for a book that she can't write - this thought fills her with dread. Stuck i...
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Summary of 434 reviews

Moods

reflective 100%
challenging 41%
mysterious 41%
informative 33%
inspiring 33%
sad 25%
dark 16%
emotional 16%
funny 16%
hopeful 16%
relaxing 16%
adventurous 8%

Pace

slow 58%
medium 33%
fast 8%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 80% | A mix: 20%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 55% | No: 22% | Yes: 22%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 88% | Yes: 11%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Average rating

3.4

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