In Search of the Castaways by Jules Verne

In Search of the Castaways

Extraordinary Voyages #5

Jules Verne

432 pages first pub 1867 (editions)

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Book Excerpt: ...rs, the sailors threw a strong rope over the starboard side of the yacht, with a big hook at the end of it, concealed in a thick lump of bacon. The bait took at once, though the shark was full fifty yards distant. He began to make...

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Community Reviews Summary of 472 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
emotional 45%
mysterious 30%
challenging 25%
hopeful 25%
lighthearted 25%
tense 25%
informative 20%
funny 15%
inspiring 15%
relaxing 5%
sad 5%

Pace

medium 50%
slow 45%
fast 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 50% | A mix: 27% | Character: 22%

Strong character development?

No: 56% | Yes: 37% | N/A: 6%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 52% | Yes: 47%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 62% | It's complicated: 25% | Yes: 12%

Average rating

3.82

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