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 346 reviews

Moods

dark 97%
mysterious 69%
tense 57%
challenging 51%
adventurous 42%
emotional 20%
reflective 18%
sad 18%
funny 8%

Pace

fast 45%
medium 41%
slow 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 45% | Character: 32% | Plot: 21%

Strong character development?

Yes: 39% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 27%

Loveable characters?

No: 48% | It's complicated: 25% | Yes: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 37% | Yes: 37% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 64% | No: 17% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.68

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