This Alien Shore by C.S. Friedman

This Alien Shore

Alien Shores #1

C.S. Friedman

564 pages first pub 1998 (editions)

fiction science fiction adventurous medium-paced

Description

This lauded work of science fiction and New York Times Notable Book of the Year explores a universe where genetic mutations have allowed certain individuals to traverse the stars. It is the second stage of human colonization--the first age, humani...

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Community Reviews Summary of 248 reviews

Moods

mysterious 100%
adventurous 75%
dark 75%
challenging 50%
tense 50%

Pace

medium 70%
slow 30%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 60% | A mix: 40%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 57% | Yes: 42%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 42% | Yes: 42% | No: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 85% | No: 14%

Average rating

3.82

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