The Future Library by Peng Shepherd

The Future Library

Peng Shepherd

32 pages • first pub 2021 (editions)

fiction science fiction short stories challenging reflective medium-paced
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More than a hundred years from now, an arborist fighting to save the last remaining forest on Earth discovers a secret about the trees—one that changes not only her life, but also the fate of our world. Inspired by the real-life “Future Library,” ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 272 reviews

Moods

sad 72%
emotional 62%
reflective 52%
dark 37%
hopeful 28%
challenging 27%
mysterious 24%
inspiring 15%
informative 8%
tense 7%
adventurous 4%

Pace

fast 51%
medium 32%
slow 15%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 42% | Plot: 40% | Character: 14% | N/A: 2%

Strong character development?

No: 43% | Yes: 29% | It's complicated: 27%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 65% | It's complicated: 23% | No: 9% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 52% | No: 23% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 11%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 52% | Yes: 21% | It's complicated: 19% | N/A: 7%

Average rating

4.19

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