Orphans of the Sky by Robert A. Heinlein

4 hours, 29 minutes first pub 1963 (editions)

fiction science fiction adventurous challenging fast-paced
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Hugh 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, since its mile...

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Community Reviews Summary of 500 reviews

Moods

adventurous 81%
tense 37%
dark 25%
mysterious 25%
challenging 18%
reflective 18%
hopeful 12%
informative 6%
inspiring 6%

Pace

fast 52%
medium 41%
slow 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 93% | A mix: 6%

Strong character development?

No: 66% | Yes: 20% | It's complicated: 13%

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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