Veniss Underground by Jeff VanderMeer

Veniss Underground

Jeff VanderMeer with Charles Yu (Contributor)

336 pages • first pub 2003 (editions)

fiction fantasy horror science fiction challenging dark reflective medium-paced

Description

From the New York Times bestselling author of Annihilation, Jeff VanderMeer’s first novel, Veniss Underground, takes readers on a journey to a labyrinthine city of tunnels, and the dangers lurking behind each turn.Set in the mysterious and magical...

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Community Reviews Summary of 371 reviews

Moods

dark 98%
mysterious 68%
tense 55%
challenging 53%
adventurous 38%
emotional 18%
reflective 18%
sad 18%
funny 7%
hopeful 1%

Pace

medium 46%
fast 42%
slow 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 42% | Character: 33% | Plot: 23%

Strong character development?

Yes: 35% | It's complicated: 32% | No: 32%

Loveable characters?

No: 48% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 23%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 36% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 22% | N/A: 8%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 16% | N/A: 5%

Average rating

3.69

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