Behemoth by Scott Westerfeld

496 pages first pub 2010 (editions)

fiction fantasy historical young adult adventurous mysterious fast-paced
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The behemoth is the fiercest creature in the British navy. It can swallow enemy battleships with one bite. The Darwinists will need it, now that they are at war with the Clanker powers.Deryn is a girl posing as a boy in the British Air Service, an...

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Moods

adventurous 100%
funny 40%
tense 30%
mysterious 24%
lighthearted 16%
emotional 12%
hopeful 12%
inspiring 10%
informative 6%
relaxing 6%
challenging 4%
dark 2%
reflective 2%

Pace

fast 52%
medium 45%
slow 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 55% | Plot: 35% | Character: 8%

Strong character development?

Yes: 76% | No: 11% | It's complicated: 8% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 97% | It's complicated: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 44% | No: 35% | It's complicated: 20%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 50% | No: 31% | It's complicated: 18%

Average rating

4.14

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