Eon by Greg Bear

512 pages first pub 1985 (editions)

fiction science fiction adventurous slow-paced
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The 21st century was on the brink of nuclear confrontation when the 300 kilometer-long stone flashed out of nothingness and into Earth's orbit. NASA, NATO, and the UN sent explorers to the asteroid's surface...and discovered marvels and mysteries ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,014 reviews

Moods

adventurous 93%
challenging 53%
mysterious 53%
reflective 33%
tense 26%
dark 20%
informative 13%
inspiring 13%
hopeful 6%
lighthearted 6%
relaxing 6%

Pace

medium 58%
fast 23%
slow 17%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 78% | A mix: 21%

Strong character development?

No: 58% | Yes: 25% | It's complicated: 16%

Loveable characters?

No: 46% | It's complicated: 38% | Yes: 15%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 69% | No: 30%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

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

Average rating

3.58

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