Behemoth by Scott Westerfeld

Behemoth

Leviathan #2

Scott Westerfeld with Alan Cumming (Narrator)

9 hours, 27 minutes first pub 2010 (editions)

fiction fantasy historical young adult adventurous mysterious fast-paced

Description

The behemoth is the fiercest creature in the British navy. It can swallow enemy battleships with one bite. The Darwinists will need it, now that they are at war with the Clanker powers. Deryn is a girl posing as a boy in the British Air Service, a...

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Moods

adventurous 100%
tense 34%
funny 31%
mysterious 28%
emotional 15%
lighthearted 13%
hopeful 10%
inspiring 7%
relaxing 7%
challenging 5%
informative 5%
dark 2%
reflective 2%

Pace

fast 59%
medium 37%
slow 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 64% | Plot: 24% | Character: 12%

Strong character development?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 7% | N/A: 3% | No: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 96% | It's complicated: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 42% | No: 38% | It's complicated: 19%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 55% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 18%

Average rating

4.14

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