The Humans by Matt Haig

The Humans

Matt Haig

fiction science fiction funny hopeful lighthearted medium-paced

304 pages | first published 2013

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The bestselling, award-winning author of The Radleys is back with what may be his best, funniest, and most devastating dark comedy yet. When an extraterrestrial visitor arrives on Earth, his first impressions of the human species are less than pos...
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Summary of 9446 reviews

Moods

funny 71%
reflective 66%
hopeful 57%
emotional 53%
lighthearted 38%
inspiring 36%
adventurous 18%
sad 12%
mysterious 10%
dark 8%
informative 6%
relaxing 6%
challenging 5%
tense 3%

Pace

medium 61%
fast 28%
slow 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 63% | A mix: 30% | Plot: 5%

Strong character development?

Yes: 92% | It's complicated: 5% | No: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 74% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 55% | Yes: 19% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 3% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

4.04

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