The Children of Men by P.D. James

The Children of Men

P.D. James

342 pages first pub 1992 (editions)

fiction science fiction dark mysterious reflective slow-paced

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Moods

dark 78%
tense 54%
reflective 45%
emotional 34%
adventurous 32%
sad 32%
mysterious 23%
challenging 21%
hopeful 15%
inspiring 4%

Pace

slow 45%
medium 44%
fast 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 46% | Plot: 33% | Character: 20%

Strong character development?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 25%

Loveable characters?

No: 60% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 11%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 49% | Yes: 37% | It's complicated: 12%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 67% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 10% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.48

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