The Last Catastrophe: Stories by Allegra Hyde

The Last Catastrophe: Stories

Allegra Hyde

288 pages • first pub 2023 (editions)

fiction short stories speculative fiction dark reflective medium-paced

Description

A hopeful, speculative short story collection about how humanity grapples in a world transformed by climate change.“Climate fiction does not owe readers hope, but through humor and humanity Hyde manages to present a harsh reality without descendin...

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Community Reviews Summary of 33 reviews

Moods

dark 73%
reflective 68%
sad 47%
adventurous 36%
challenging 36%
tense 36%
emotional 26%
mysterious 26%
hopeful 15%
inspiring 10%

Pace

medium 61%
fast 27%
slow 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 60% | N/A: 26% | Plot: 13%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 28% | N/A: 28% | Yes: 28% | No: 14%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 53% | Yes: 23% | N/A: 15% | No: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

N/A: 33% | No: 33% | Yes: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 53% | N/A: 30% | No: 15%

Average rating

4.21

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