Among Others by Jo Walton

Among Others

Jo Walton

304 pages first pub 2011 (editions)

fiction fantasy science fiction young adult mysterious reflective slow-paced

Description

Startling, unusual, and yet irresistably readable, Among Others is at once the compelling story of a young woman struggling to escape a troubled childhood, a brilliant diary of first encounters with the great novels of modern fantasy and science f...

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Moods

reflective 68%
mysterious 60%
emotional 43%
adventurous 42%
hopeful 24%
dark 22%
sad 21%
inspiring 12%
funny 8%
challenging 5%
informative 5%
lighthearted 5%
relaxing 5%
tense 4%

Pace

slow 71%
medium 22%
fast 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 81% | A mix: 14% | Plot: 2% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 74% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 10% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 70% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 67% | It's complicated: 16% | Yes: 15% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 59% | It's complicated: 19% | No: 19% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.77

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