The Cruel Stars by John Birmingham

496 pages first pub 2019 (editions)

fiction science fiction adventurous fast-paced

Description

They thought the Sturm were dead. They were wrong. Centuries after their defeat, the enemy has returned with an overwhelming attack on the fringes of human space. On the brink of annihilation, humankind's only hope is a few brave souls who survive...

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Community Reviews Summary of 229 reviews

Moods

adventurous 96%
tense 36%
funny 30%
challenging 20%
dark 20%
lighthearted 13%
mysterious 3%
sad 3%

Pace

fast 53%
medium 30%
slow 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Plot: 45% | Character: 4%

Strong character development?

No: 34% | Yes: 34% | It's complicated: 30%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 45% | Yes: 37% | No: 12% | N/A: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 87% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 45% | Yes: 31% | It's complicated: 22%

Average rating

3.76

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