Dark Matter: A Century of Speculative Fiction from the African Diaspora by Sheree Renée Thomas

Dark Matter: A Century of Speculative Fiction from the African Diaspora

Dark Matter (Mysterious Press)

Sheree Renée Thomas

427 pages first pub 2000 (editions)

fiction fantasy science fiction short stories speculative fiction adventurous challenging medium-paced
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Speculative fiction, fantasy, and science fiction are assumed to be the genres of alternative thought; however, too often these realms of imagination reflect only the Occidental vision and culture. Now an important new anthology, the first of its ...

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Moods

adventurous 80%
challenging 80%
dark 80%
reflective 70%
inspiring 50%
emotional 40%
mysterious 40%
sad 40%
hopeful 30%
tense 30%
informative 10%

Pace

slow 44%
medium 44%
fast 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 57% | N/A: 28% | Plot: 14%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 71% | N/A: 28%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 85% | N/A: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 83% | N/A: 16%

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4.13

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