The Killing Star by George Zebrowski, Charles Pellegrino

340 pages first pub 1995 (editions)

fiction science fiction adventurous medium-paced
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Description

The Apocalypse occurs nine days prior to America's Tri-Centennial celebration - when relativistic bombs launched by an unknown alien civilization finally reach their destinations. One man sees them approaching - but by then, it is already too late...

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Community Reviews Summary of 43 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
sad 85%
mysterious 71%
adventurous 57%
reflective 57%
tense 57%
challenging 42%
emotional 14%

Pace

medium 62%
fast 25%
slow 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 100%

Strong character development?

No: 60% | It's complicated: 20% | Yes: 20%

Loveable characters?

No: 40% | It's complicated: 40% | Yes: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 20%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 40% | Yes: 40% | N/A: 20%

Average rating

3.7

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