Fevre Dream by George R.R. Martin

Fevre Dream

George R.R. Martin

351 pages • first pub 1982 (editions)

fiction fantasy historical horror adventurous dark mysterious medium-paced

Description

 Abner Marsh has had his wish come true - he has built the Fevre Dream, the finest steamship to sail the Mississippi. Abner hopes to race the boat some day, but his partner is making it hard for him to realise his dreams. Joshua York put up the mo...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,832 reviews

Moods

dark 91%
mysterious 68%
adventurous 63%
tense 60%
emotional 14%
sad 10%
reflective 7%
informative 5%
challenging 4%
hopeful 4%
inspiring 3%
funny 2%

Pace

medium 63%
slow 30%
fast 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 44% | Character: 28% | Plot: 27%

Strong character development?

Yes: 53% | It's complicated: 23% | No: 22%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 41% | It's complicated: 38% | No: 21%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 38% | Yes: 34% | It's complicated: 26% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 58% | It's complicated: 19% | No: 18% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.75

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