A Darkling Plain by Philip Reeve

540 pages first pub 2006 (editions)

fiction dystopian science fiction young adult adventurous emotional tense medium-paced

Description

The final book of the thrilling Predator Cities series!London is a radioactive ruin. But Tom and Wren discover that the old predator city hides an awesome secret that could bring an end to the war. But as they risk their lives in its dark underbel...

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Moods

adventurous 94%
tense 49%
emotional 45%
dark 37%
sad 31%
mysterious 23%
hopeful 19%
funny 9%
reflective 9%
challenging 7%
inspiring 7%
lighthearted 5%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 74%
fast 15%
slow 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 66% | Plot: 23% | Character: 7% | N/A: 2%

Strong character development?

Yes: 63% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 15%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 39% | No: 10%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 68% | No: 17% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 72% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 11%

Average rating

4.03

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