Among Others by Jo Walton

Among Others

Jo Walton

302 pages first pub 2011 (editions)

fiction fantasy science fiction young adult mysterious reflective slow-paced

Description

Raised by a half-mad mother who dabbled in magic, Morwenna Phelps found refuge in two worlds. As a child growing up in Wales, she played among the spirits who made their homes in industrial ruins. But her mind found freedom and promise in the scie...

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Community Reviews Summary of 3,138 reviews

Moods

reflective 67%
mysterious 61%
emotional 42%
adventurous 41%
hopeful 25%
dark 22%
sad 21%
inspiring 12%
funny 10%
relaxing 7%
challenging 6%
lighthearted 6%
informative 5%
tense 5%

Pace

slow 70%
medium 22%
fast 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 82% | A mix: 13% | Plot: 2% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 74% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 10% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 70% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 14% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 67% | It's complicated: 15% | Yes: 14% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 59% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 18% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.77

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