Word Puppets by Mary Robinette Kowal

336 pages first pub 2015 (editions)

fiction fantasy science fiction short stories adventurous fast-paced

Description

"Kowal's short works are difficult to classify, often poignant or tragic, and always spectacularly written . . . sending] readers off on a breathless trip to the stars." - Publishers Weekly (STARRED) Celebrated as the author of five acclaimed his...

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Community Reviews Summary of 112 reviews

Moods

adventurous 66%
mysterious 66%
emotional 55%
reflective 44%
dark 33%
hopeful 22%
lighthearted 22%
sad 22%
challenging 11%
funny 11%
relaxing 11%
tense 11%

Pace

medium 55%
fast 44%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 88% | Plot: 11%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 25% | No: 25% | Yes: 25%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 88% | N/A: 11%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 42% | It's complicated: 28% | N/A: 14% | No: 14%

Average rating

4.03

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