Books of Blood Omnibus 1: Volumes 1-3 by Clive Barker

Books of Blood Omnibus 1: Volumes 1-3

Books of Blood #1-3

Clive Barker

532 pages first pub 1984 (editions)

fiction fantasy horror short stories dark fast-paced

Description

Here are the stories written on the Book of Blood. They are a map of that dark highway that leads out of life towards unknown destinations. Few will have to take it. Most will go peacefully along lamplit streets, ushered out of living with prayers...

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Moods

dark 100%
tense 68%
mysterious 60%
challenging 21%
emotional 21%
sad 20%
adventurous 16%
funny 15%
reflective 6%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 52%
fast 38%
slow 8%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 67% | Plot: 24% | N/A: 7%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 21% | Yes: 17% | N/A: 9%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 53% | No: 32% | Yes: 7% | N/A: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 14% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 44% | Yes: 40% | No: 12% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

4.06

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