Deathworld 1 by Harry Harrison

157 pages first pub 1960 (editions)

fiction science fiction adventurous fast-paced

Description

The planet was called Pyrrus...a strange place where all the beasts, plants and natural elements were designed for one specific purpose: to destroy man.The settlers there were supermen...twice as strong as ordinary men and with milli-second reflex...

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Community Reviews Summary of 79 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
lighthearted 30%
tense 23%
mysterious 15%
dark 7%
hopeful 7%
inspiring 7%
reflective 7%
sad 7%

Pace

fast 58%
medium 41%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 66% | A mix: 16% | Character: 16%

Strong character development?

No: 50% | Yes: 30% | It's complicated: 20%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 58% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 72% | Yes: 18% | It's complicated: 9%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 54% | No: 45%

Average rating

3.54

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