The Ice Limit by Douglas Preston

464 pages first pub 2000 (editions)

fiction mystery thriller adventurous mysterious medium-paced

Description

The largest known meteorite has been discovered, entombed in the earth for millions of years on a frigid, desolate island off the southern tip of Chile. At four thousand tons, this treasure seems impossible to move. New York billionaire Palmer Llo...

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Moods

adventurous 100%
mysterious 50%
tense 50%
dark 20%
emotional 10%
informative 10%
sad 10%

Pace

fast 55%
medium 44%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 75% | A mix: 12% | Character: 12%

Strong character development?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 16%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 16% | Yes: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 42% | It's complicated: 28% | No: 28%

Average rating

3.64

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