Mars by Ben Bova

549 pages first pub 1992 (editions)

fiction science fiction adventurous slow-paced

Description

Epic in scope, unparalleled in execution, Mars is an unforgettable portrait of space, politics, science, and humanity that captures for all time the mystery and wonder of an alien frontierIt is a world shrouded in mystery--a planet pocked by meteo...

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Community Reviews Summary of 202 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
hopeful 60%
mysterious 40%
challenging 20%
dark 20%
tense 20%

Pace

slow 60%
medium 40%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 60% | A mix: 20% | Character: 20%

Strong character development?

No: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Loveable characters?

No: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 60% | No: 20% | Yes: 20%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Average rating

3.65

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