Hominids by Robert J. Sawyer

444 pages first pub 2002 (editions)

fiction science fiction adventurous fast-paced

Description

Neanderthals have developed a radically different civilization on a parallel Earth. A Neanderthal physicist, Ponter Boddit, accidentally passes from his universe into a Canadian underground research facility. Fortunately, a team of human scientist...

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Moods

adventurous 63%
informative 63%
reflective 54%
hopeful 27%
emotional 18%
tense 18%
relaxing 9%

Pace

medium 60%
slow 20%
fast 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 42% | Plot: 42% | Character: 14%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 42% | No: 42% | Yes: 14%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 42% | No: 28% | Yes: 28%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 57% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 14% | No: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Average rating

3.62

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