A History of What Comes Next by Sylvain Neuvel

A History of What Comes Next

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Sylvain Neuvel

304 pages • first pub 2021 (editions)

fiction fantasy historical science fiction adventurous fast-paced

Description

Showing that truth is stranger than fiction, Sylvain Neuvel's A History of What Comes Next weaves a sci-fi thriller that blends a fast moving, darkly satirical look at 1930s rocketry with the amorality of progress, and the nature of violence.Alway...

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Community Reviews Summary of 600 reviews

Moods

adventurous 81%
mysterious 53%
tense 47%
dark 46%
informative 37%
challenging 20%
emotional 19%
hopeful 12%
reflective 12%
funny 7%
inspiring 6%
sad 6%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 38%
slow 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 60% | Plot: 22% | Character: 17%

Strong character development?

Yes: 55% | It's complicated: 30% | No: 13%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 40% | It's complicated: 36% | No: 22%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 51% | No: 29% | It's complicated: 17%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 61% | It's complicated: 24% | No: 12% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.61

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