The Lives of Tao by Wesley Chu

The Lives of Tao

Tao #1

Wesley Chu with Argh! Oxford (Illustrator)

460 pages • first pub 2013 (editions)

fiction fantasy science fiction adventurous fast-paced
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Goodreads Choice 2013 Nominee - Science FictionWhen out-of-shape IT technician Roen woke up and started hearing voices in his head, he naturally assumed he was losing it. He wasn't. He now has a passenger in his brain - an ancient alien life-form ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,010 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
funny 37%
tense 25%
mysterious 17%
emotional 15%
lighthearted 15%
sad 12%
dark 7%
hopeful 7%
challenging 5%
reflective 5%
relaxing 2%

Pace

medium 57%
fast 42%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 44% | Plot: 34% | Character: 21%

Strong character development?

Yes: 75% | No: 13% | It's complicated: 11%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 69% | No: 16% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 51% | No: 27% | It's complicated: 21%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 81% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 5% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

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