Orphans of the Sky by Robert A. Heinlein

4 hours, 32 minutes first pub 1963 (editions)

fiction science fiction adventurous challenging fast-paced
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Lost in SpaceHugh had been taught that, according to the ancient sacred writings, the Ship was on a voyage to faraway Centaurus. But he also understood this was just allegory for a voyage to spiritual perfection. Indeed, how could the Ship move, s...

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Community Reviews Summary of 498 reviews

Moods

adventurous 80%
tense 40%
dark 26%
mysterious 26%
challenging 20%
reflective 20%
hopeful 13%
informative 6%
inspiring 6%

Pace

fast 50%
medium 43%
slow 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 92% | A mix: 7%

Strong character development?

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

Loveable characters?

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

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 35% | It's complicated: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 69% | Yes: 23% | It's complicated: 7%

Average rating

3.42

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