Veniss Underground by Jeff VanderMeer
Veniss Underground

Jeff VanderMeer

Veniss Underground

Jeff VanderMeer with Charles Yu (Contributor)

311 pages first pub 2003 (editions)

fiction fantasy horror science fiction challenging dark reflective medium-paced

Description

From the New York Times bestselling author of Annihilation, Jeff VanderMeer's first novel, Veniss Underground, takes readers on a journey to a labyrinthine city of tunnels, and the dangers lurking behind each turn. Set in the mysterious and magica...

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Community Reviews Summary of 423 reviews

Moods

dark 98%
mysterious 66%
tense 53%
challenging 50%
adventurous 40%
sad 23%
emotional 20%
reflective 20%
funny 7%
hopeful 1%

Pace

medium 49%
fast 41%
slow 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 44% | Character: 32% | Plot: 22%

Strong character development?

Yes: 38% | It's complicated: 30% | No: 30%

Loveable characters?

No: 44% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 22%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 35% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 23% | N/A: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 16% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

3.71

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