Consider Phlebas by Iain M. Banks

Consider Phlebas

Culture #1

Iain M. Banks

514 pages • first pub 1987 (editions)

fiction science fiction adventurous dark tense medium-paced
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The novels of Iain M. Banks have forever changed the face of modern science fiction. His Culture books combine breathtaking imagination with exceptional storytelling, and have secured his reputation as one of the most extraordinary and influential...

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Moods

adventurous 94%
tense 51%
dark 43%
challenging 24%
mysterious 21%
funny 14%
sad 12%
emotional 11%
reflective 10%
hopeful 3%
inspiring 3%
informative 1%
lighthearted 1%

Pace

medium 55%
slow 28%
fast 15%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 44% | A mix: 40% | Character: 14%

Strong character development?

No: 44% | Yes: 31% | It's complicated: 23%

Loveable characters?

No: 39% | It's complicated: 37% | Yes: 22%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 72% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 8% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 53% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 20%

Average rating

3.53

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