The Last Book in the Universe by Rodman Philbrick

The Last Book in the Universe

Rodman Philbrick

fiction science fiction young adult adventurous fast-paced

223 pages | first published 2000

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This fast-paced action novel is set in a future where the world has been almost destroyed. Like the award-winning novel Freak the Mighty, this is Philbrick at his very best.It's the story of an epileptic teenager nicknamed Spaz, who begins the her...
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Summary of 517 reviews

Moods

adventurous 88%
dark 55%
reflective 44%
emotional 33%
funny 33%
inspiring 33%
sad 33%
tense 33%
challenging 22%
hopeful 22%
mysterious 22%
informative 11%

Pace

fast 66%
slow 22%
medium 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 71% | Character: 14% | Plot: 14%

Strong character development?

Yes: 57% | It's complicated: 28% | No: 14%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

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

Average rating

3.73

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