fiction horror science fiction challenging reflective slow-paced

341 pages | first published 2014

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In Annihilation, Jeff VanderMeer introduced the mysteries of Area X-a remote and lush terrain mysteriously sequestered from civilization. It was the first volume of a projected trilogy; well in advance of publication, translation rights had sold a...
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Summary of 8154 reviews

Moods

mysterious 90%
dark 65%
tense 61%
challenging 37%
adventurous 27%
reflective 23%
emotional 7%
sad 3%
funny 2%
informative 1%

Pace

slow 62%
medium 32%
fast 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 46% | Character: 38% | Plot: 15%

Strong character development?

Yes: 42% | It's complicated: 35% | No: 22%

Loveable characters?

No: 45% | It's complicated: 36% | Yes: 16% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 62% | No: 24% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 63% | It's complicated: 24% | No: 11% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.5

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