Veniss Underground by Jeff VanderMeer

Veniss Underground

Jeff VanderMeer

278 pages • first pub 2003 (editions)

fiction fantasy horror science fiction challenging dark reflective medium-paced

Description

In his debut novel, literary alchemist Jeff VanderMeer takes us on an unforgettable journey, a triumph of the imagination that reveals the magical and mysterious city of Veniss through three intertwined voices. First, Nicholas, a would-be Living A...

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Community Reviews Summary of 127 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
mysterious 73%
challenging 56%
tense 56%
adventurous 39%
emotional 21%
reflective 21%
sad 17%
funny 13%

Pace

fast 43%
medium 39%
slow 17%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Character: 27% | Plot: 22%

Strong character development?

Yes: 47% | No: 29% | It's complicated: 23%

Loveable characters?

No: 41% | Yes: 35% | It's complicated: 23%

Diverse cast of characters?

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

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 64% | No: 23% | It's complicated: 11%

Average rating

3.8

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