The Chasch by Jack Vance

172 pages first pub 1968 (editions)

fiction fantasy science fiction adventurous challenging fast-paced
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His exploration ship blasted from orbit, Terran scout Adam Reith is stranded on Tschai, a world colonized by three alien species -- the Chasch, the Dirdir, and the Wannek -- while the planet's original inhabitants, the mysterious Pnume, lurk under...

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Community Reviews Summary of 117 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
lighthearted 22%
mysterious 22%
emotional 11%
hopeful 11%
tense 11%

Pace

medium 55%
fast 44%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 71% | A mix: 28%

Strong character development?

No: 71% | It's complicated: 28%

Loveable characters?

No: 42% | It's complicated: 42% | Yes: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 57% | Yes: 28% | No: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 71% | It's complicated: 28%

Average rating

3.54

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