Alif the Unseen by G. Willow Wilson

Alif the Unseen

G. Willow Wilson

448 pages first pub 2012 (editions)

fiction fantasy science fiction young adult adventurous challenging medium-paced
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Alif the Unseen by G. Willow Wilson is a intriguing and enlightening read that will captivate fans of Middle Eastern culture, fantasy, and science fiction, particularly those who enjoy stories that blend mythology, hacking, and adventure in a rich and immersive world.

Description

In an unnamed Middle Eastern security state, a young Arab-Indian hacker shields his clients—dissidents, outlaws, Islamists, and other watched groups—from surveillance and tries to stay out of trouble. He goes by Alif—the first letter of the Arabic...

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Community Reviews

3.83
based on 3,370 reviews

Moods

adventurous: 93%

mysterious: 39%

tense: 36%

emotional: 24%

reflective: 22%

challenging: 21%

hopeful: 21%

dark: 20%

funny: 14%

inspiring: 11%

informative: 9%

sad: 3%

lighthearted: 1%

relaxing: 1%


Pace

29% of readers chose fast
64% of readers chose medium
6% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

28% of readers chose Plot
64% of readers chose A mix
5% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

81% of readers chose Yes
6% of readers chose Complicated
9% of readers chose No
1% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Loveable characters?

57% of readers chose Yes
25% of readers chose Complicated
16% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

87% of readers chose Yes
10% of readers chose Complicated
Yes
Complicated

Flaws of characters a main focus?

65% of readers chose Yes
16% of readers chose Complicated
16% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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