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barkfreely's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
Extremely interesting, haunting, fascinating and gripping. Reminiscent of A Cage of Butterflies, before ACoB. We all yearn to find meaning and connection, and understand.
Moderate: Child abuse and Racial slurs
Content warnings added for awareness, keeping in mind the book was both written at an earlier period and portraying unlikeable characters with the attitudes of the time. (The kinds of people the protagonists want to get away from.)xtrangeloop's review against another edition
challenging
dark
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
More Than Human is a fix-up novel that elegantly interlaces themes of identity, alienation, and the innate desire to belong through its deeply flawed yet compelling characters. Theodore Sturgeon challenges readers with philosophical quandaries, psychological depth, and moral dilemmas, sparking deep reflection and engagement. The character development is intricate, skillfully weaving the individual strands into a mesmerizing tapestry. Profound and beautifully written, the book is a masterful exploration of what makes us human, demonstrating Sturgeon’s profound understanding of both individuality and collective existence.
Moderate: Child abuse, Death, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, and Violence
Minor: Abandonment