Congo by Michael Crichton

336 pages first pub 1980 (editions)

fiction science fiction thriller adventurous fast-paced

Description

From the bestselling author of Jurassic Park, Timeline, and Sphere comes a gripping thriller about the shocking demise of eight American geologists in the darkest region of the Congo.Deep in the African rain forest, near the ruins of the Lost City...

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Community Reviews Summary of 4,435 reviews

Moods

adventurous 97%
tense 52%
mysterious 43%
informative 31%
dark 22%
challenging 9%
funny 4%
reflective 3%
emotional 2%
lighthearted 1%

Pace

medium 47%
fast 37%
slow 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 79% | A mix: 17% | Character: 2%

Strong character development?

No: 71% | It's complicated: 15% | Yes: 11%

Loveable characters?

No: 46% | It's complicated: 26% | Yes: 25% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 52% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 19% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 45% | Yes: 34% | It's complicated: 19% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.42

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