Palimpsest by Catherynne M. Valente

Palimpsest

Catherynne M. Valente

11 hours, 17 minutes • first pub 2009 (editions)

fiction fantasy magical realism adventurous mysterious reflective slow-paced
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Description

Between life and death, dreaming and waking, at the train stop beyond the end of the world is the city of Palimpsest. To get there is a miracle, a mystery, a gift, and a curse -- a voyage permitted only to those who've always believed there's anot...

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Community Reviews Summary of 918 reviews

Moods

mysterious 75%
dark 66%
adventurous 47%
emotional 47%
challenging 45%
reflective 45%
sad 24%
hopeful 17%
tense 10%
inspiring 8%
funny 3%
relaxing 3%

Pace

slow 55%
medium 41%
fast 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 71% | A mix: 22% | Plot: 6%

Strong character development?

Yes: 53% | It's complicated: 40% | No: 6%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 42% | Yes: 34% | No: 23%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 95% | It's complicated: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 64% | It's complicated: 23% | No: 9% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.73

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