Mars by Ben Bova

560 pages first pub 1992 (editions)

fiction science fiction adventurous slow-paced

Description

Epic in scope, unparalleled in execution, Mars is an unforgettable portrait of space, politics, science, and humanity that captures for all time the mystery and wonder of an alien frontier It is a world shrouded in mystery--a planet pocked by mete...

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Community Reviews Summary of 195 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
hopeful 75%
challenging 25%
dark 25%
mysterious 25%
tense 25%

Pace

slow 50%
medium 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 50% | A mix: 25% | Character: 25%

Strong character development?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Loveable characters?

No: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 75% | Yes: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 66% | No: 33%

Average rating

3.65

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