The Three Stigmata of Palmer Eldritch by Philip K. Dick

The Three Stigmata of Palmer Eldritch

Philip K. Dick

missing duration info Add in missing duration information • first pub 1965 (editions)

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As exiles from Earth huddle miserably in Martian colonies, they turn to drugs for comfort. The newest drug claims to deliver the eternal life promised by God. But what kind of eternity? And whoor whatis the deliverer?

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Moods

mysterious 70%
challenging 66%
dark 52%
reflective 44%
adventurous 43%
tense 22%
funny 11%
sad 5%
emotional 4%
hopeful 2%
informative 2%
inspiring 2%

Pace

medium 60%
fast 20%
slow 18%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 52% | Plot: 34% | Character: 11%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 47% | Yes: 27% | No: 25%

Loveable characters?

No: 63% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 6% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 65% | It's complicated: 17% | Yes: 14% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 52% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 16% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.83

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