Red Planet by Robert A. Heinlein

Red Planet

Robert A. Heinlein

178 pages first pub 1949 (editions)

fiction science fiction young adult adventurous fast-paced

Description

"The most thrilling and tingling kind of science fiction story."─ Kirkus Reviews"Heinlein found his true direction.... The Martian setting is logically constructed and rich in convincing detail while] the characters are engaging and the action de...

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Community Reviews Summary of 329 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
funny 33%
lighthearted 33%
hopeful 22%
reflective 22%
inspiring 11%
mysterious 11%
tense 11%

Pace

fast 55%
medium 33%
slow 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 57% | A mix: 42%

Strong character development?

No: 66% | Yes: 33%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 80% | No: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 75% | No: 25%

Average rating

3.61

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