The Book of Strange New Things by Michel Faber

The Book of Strange New Things

Michel Faber

500 pages • first pub 2014 (editions)

fiction dystopian science fiction adventurous emotional reflective medium-paced
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A monumental, genre-defying novel over ten years in the making, Michel Faber's The Book of Strange New Things is a masterwork from a writer in full command of his many talents.It begins with Peter, a devoted man of faith, as he is called to the mi...

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Moods

reflective 64%
adventurous 57%
emotional 48%
mysterious 46%
sad 32%
challenging 31%
dark 31%
tense 17%
hopeful 9%
inspiring 9%
funny 4%
relaxing 2%
informative 1%

Pace

medium 47%
slow 45%
fast 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 51% | A mix: 43% | Plot: 4%

Strong character development?

Yes: 54% | It's complicated: 23% | No: 20%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 37% | No: 36% | Yes: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 52% | It's complicated: 28% | No: 17%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 72% | No: 14% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.58

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