From the Wreck by Jane Rawson

From the Wreck

Jane Rawson

267 pages first pub 2017 (editions)

fiction fantasy historical challenging reflective medium-paced
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From the Wreck tells the remarkable story of George Hills, who survived the sinking of the steamship Admella off the South Australian coast in 1859. Haunted by his memories and the disappearance of a fellow survivor, George’s fractured life is int...

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Community Reviews Summary of 262 reviews

Moods

mysterious 82%
dark 62%
emotional 45%
adventurous 31%
reflective 31%
challenging 28%
sad 28%
hopeful 8%
tense 8%
funny 5%
relaxing 5%
inspiring 2%

Pace

medium 58%
slow 38%
fast 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 54% | A mix: 35% | Plot: 9%

Strong character development?

Yes: 48% | No: 35% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 45% | No: 32% | Yes: 19% | N/A: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 67% | It's complicated: 19% | Yes: 9% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 72% | No: 13% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.64

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