Veniss Underground by Jeff VanderMeer

Veniss Underground

Jeff VanderMeer

320 pages • first pub 2003 (editions)

fiction fantasy horror science fiction challenging dark reflective medium-paced

Description

In his debut novel, literary alchemist Jeff VanderMeer takes us on an unforgettable journey, a triumph of the imagination that reveals the magical and mysterious city of Veniss through three intertwined voices. First, Nicholas, a would-be Living A...

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Community Reviews Summary of 364 reviews

Moods

dark 98%
mysterious 67%
tense 56%
challenging 52%
adventurous 39%
emotional 18%
reflective 18%
sad 16%
funny 7%

Pace

medium 44%
fast 44%
slow 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 43% | Character: 34% | Plot: 21%

Strong character development?

Yes: 36% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 30%

Loveable characters?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 26% | Yes: 23%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 37% | Yes: 34% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 8%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 63% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 16% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.69

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