The Splinter in the Sky by Kemi Ashing-Giwa

The Splinter in the Sky

Kemi Ashing-Giwa

368 pages • first pub 2023 (editions)

fiction lgbtqia+ science fiction adventurous emotional tense medium-paced
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A diverse, exciting debut space opera about a young tea expert who is taken as a political prisoner and recruited to spy on government officials—a role that may empower her to win back her nation’s independence—perfect for fans of N.K. Jemisin and...

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Community Reviews Summary of 243 reviews

Moods

adventurous 84%
tense 54%
emotional 40%
dark 35%
mysterious 35%
hopeful 30%
challenging 17%
reflective 15%
inspiring 11%
sad 8%
funny 3%
informative 3%
lighthearted 1%

Pace

medium 75%
fast 16%
slow 8%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 55% | Plot: 33% | Character: 8% | N/A: 2%

Strong character development?

Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 13%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 69% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 11%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 94% | It's complicated: 4% | No: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 43% | Yes: 35% | It's complicated: 20%

Average rating

3.59

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