Beacon 23 by Hugh Howey

Beacon 23

Beacon 23 #1-5

Hugh Howey

247 pages • first pub 2015 (editions)

fiction science fiction adventurous emotional reflective medium-paced

Description

For centuries, men and women have manned lighthouses to ensure the safe passage of ships. It is a lonely job, and a thankless one for the most part. Until something goes wrong. Until a ship is in distress. In the 23rd century, this job has moved i...

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Moods

reflective 60%
dark 55%
emotional 55%
tense 45%
sad 40%
funny 35%
adventurous 30%
hopeful 25%
challenging 15%
mysterious 15%
lighthearted 5%

Pace

medium 59%
fast 31%
slow 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 87% | A mix: 12%

Strong character development?

Yes: 78% | It's complicated: 21%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 52% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 17% | Yes: 11%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 15%

Average rating

3.74

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