Valis by Philip K. Dick

8 hours, 40 minutes first pub 1981 (editions)

fiction philosophy religion science fiction speculative fiction challenging mysterious reflective slow-paced
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Description

In this theological detective story, a schizophrenic named Horselover Fat begins receiving revelatory visions from a pink laser and is led to some surprising discoveries about God and mankind.

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Moods

challenging 76%
reflective 70%
mysterious 63%
dark 52%
funny 35%
adventurous 25%
emotional 23%
informative 21%
sad 17%
tense 12%
hopeful 10%
inspiring 6%
lighthearted 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

slow 51%
medium 46%
fast 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 53% | A mix: 37% | Plot: 7% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 61% | Yes: 25% | No: 13%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 41% | No: 35% | Yes: 20% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 21% | Yes: 9% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 73% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 5%

Average rating

3.73

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