The Last Book in the Universe by Rodman Philbrick

The Last Book in the Universe

Rodman Philbrick

223 pages first pub 2000 (editions)

fiction science fiction young adult adventurous fast-paced

Description

This fast-paced action novel is set in a future where the world has been almost destroyed. Like the award-winning novel Freak the Mighty, this is Philbrick at his very best.It's the story of an epileptic teenager nicknamed Spaz, who begins the her...

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Community Reviews Summary of 640 reviews

Moods

adventurous 94%
dark 36%
emotional 31%
hopeful 31%
reflective 31%
tense 31%
inspiring 26%
sad 26%
challenging 21%
funny 21%
mysterious 21%
informative 5%
lighthearted 5%

Pace

fast 84%
slow 10%
medium 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 56% | Plot: 25% | Character: 18%

Strong character development?

Yes: 68% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 12%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 66% | No: 26% | It's complicated: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 56% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 18%

Average rating

3.73

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