Baal by Robert McCammon

343 pages first pub 1978 (editions)

fiction fantasy horror adventurous dark mysterious medium-paced

Description

The story begins with a horrific rape on the streets of New York City. Nine months after that violation, a most unusual child is born. His name is Jeffrey Harper Raines, but he quickly assumes his true name — and true purpose — as Baal, a new inca...

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Community Reviews Summary of 127 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
tense 40%
adventurous 20%
challenging 20%
mysterious 20%

Pace

fast 66%
slow 16%
medium 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 75% | A mix: 25%

Strong character development?

No: 80% | Yes: 20%

Loveable characters?

No: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 60% | No: 40%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

N/A: 40% | Yes: 40% | It's complicated: 20%

Average rating

3.14

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