Beacon 23 by Hugh Howey

247 pages first pub 2015 (editions)

fiction science fiction adventurous emotional reflective medium-paced
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Description

For centuries, men and women have manned lighthouses to ensure the safe passage of ships. It is a lonely job, and a thankless one for the most part. Until something goes wrong. Until a ship is in distress. In the 23rd century, this job has moved i...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,584 reviews

Moods

emotional 58%
reflective 56%
dark 49%
adventurous 41%
sad 34%
tense 32%
hopeful 24%
mysterious 23%
challenging 18%
funny 18%
inspiring 6%
lighthearted 3%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 51%
fast 37%
slow 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 67% | A mix: 25% | Plot: 6%

Strong character development?

Yes: 69% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 7% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 52% | It's complicated: 28% | No: 19%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 57% | Yes: 22% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 86% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 2%

Average rating

3.75

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