BioShock: Rapture by John Shirley

BioShock: Rapture

John Shirley

432 pages first pub 2011 (editions)

fiction fantasy science fiction video games adventurous slow-paced

Description

The prequel story to the award-winning and bestselling video game franchise. How the majesty of Rapture, the shining city below the sea, became an instant dystopia It's the end of World War II. FDR's New Deal has redefined American politics. Taxes...

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Community Reviews Summary of 703 reviews

Moods

dark 83%
tense 55%
adventurous 53%
mysterious 40%
challenging 20%
emotional 16%
sad 14%
reflective 9%
inspiring 5%
informative 3%
relaxing 3%
hopeful 1%

Pace

medium 50%
slow 36%
fast 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 56% | Plot: 29% | Character: 13%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 36% | Yes: 36% | No: 21% | N/A: 6%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 42% | No: 29% | Yes: 23% | N/A: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 48% | No: 31% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 13%

Average rating

3.87

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