The Man Who Fell to Earth by Walter Tevis

The Man Who Fell to Earth

Walter Tevis

209 pages • first pub 1963 (editions)

fiction classics science fiction reflective medium-paced

Description

T.J. Newton is an extraterrestrial who goes to Earth on a desperate mission of mercy. But instead of aid, Newton discovers loneliness and despair that ultimately ends in tragedy.

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Moods

reflective 80%
sad 52%
emotional 45%
mysterious 39%
dark 35%
adventurous 26%
challenging 15%
tense 10%
hopeful 4%
funny 2%
lighthearted 2%
relaxing 2%
informative 1%
inspiring 1%

Pace

medium 59%
slow 30%
fast 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 55% | A mix: 33% | Plot: 10%

Strong character development?

Yes: 59% | It's complicated: 32% | No: 8%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 43% | No: 28% | Yes: 26% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 49% | It's complicated: 24% | Yes: 21% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 3%

Average rating

3.91

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