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The War of the Worlds by H.G. Wells
3.75
adventurous informative tense slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: No
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

Incredibly imaginative work of its time, but a slow and over-descriptive read, 6.5/10.

The Martians are a really intriguing enemy, and, keeping in mind that flight hadn't even been invented when it was written, it is extremely forward with it's science. However, the style in which this book was written, makes it a slow and dense feeling read.