The Wake by Neil Gaiman

191 pages first pub 1996 (editions)

fiction comics fantasy dark sad slow-paced
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In the final Sandman tale, Morpheus makes the ultimate decision between change and death. As one journey for the Endless ends, another begins for the Lord of Dreams and his family, bringing with it a time of reflection and a sad celebration.One of...

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Community Reviews Summary of 4,820 reviews

Moods

emotional 69%
reflective 62%
dark 61%
sad 59%
mysterious 33%
adventurous 24%
hopeful 20%
challenging 16%
inspiring 10%
tense 3%
funny 2%

Pace

medium 52%
slow 30%
fast 17%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 61% | A mix: 31% | Plot: 6%

Strong character development?

Yes: 56% | It's complicated: 31% | No: 8% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 72% | It's complicated: 24% | No: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 10% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 72% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 8% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

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