Well of Shiuan by C.J. Cherryh

153 pages first pub 1978 (editions)

fiction fantasy science fiction adventurous challenging slow-paced
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"The world of Shiuan was doomed. Rising waters and shattering earthquakes due to the coming of a vast and strange new satellite had sealed the fate of its peoples—flee or die with their world. Their sole escape routes were the Gates, the passages ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 47 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
tense 100%
challenging 50%
dark 50%
emotional 50%
sad 50%

Pace

slow 50%
medium 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 100%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.97

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