Rocannon's World by Ursula K. Le Guin

Rocannon's World

Hainish Cycle

Ursula K. Le Guin

144 pages first pub 1966 (editions)

fiction fantasy science fiction adventurous reflective medium-paced
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A world shared by three native humanoid races - the cavern-dwelling Gdemiar, elvish Fiia, and warrior clan, Liuar - is suddenly invaded and conquered by a fleet of ships from the stars. Earth scientist Rocannon is on that world, and he sees his fr...

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Moods

adventurous 94%
reflective 33%
mysterious 28%
emotional 20%
dark 11%
sad 11%
tense 10%
challenging 9%
hopeful 9%
inspiring 7%
lighthearted 3%
informative 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 58%
fast 30%
slow 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 45% | A mix: 40% | Character: 14%

Strong character development?

Yes: 47% | No: 31% | It's complicated: 19% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 62% | No: 18% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 63% | It's complicated: 17% | No: 16% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 17% | Yes: 14% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.58

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