Everfair by Nisi Shawl

384 pages first pub 2016 (editions)

fiction fantasy science fiction adventurous challenging slow-paced
Powered by AI (Beta)

Everfair by Nisi Shawl is a enlightening and inspiring read that will captivate readers who appreciate complex, intersectional storytelling, historical fiction, and speculative explorations of colonialism, identity, and social justice, making it a perfect fit for those who enjoy nuanced and immersive tales of alternate history and steampunk.

Description

From noted short story writer Nisi Shawl comes a brilliant alternate-history novel set in the Belgian Congo. What if the African natives developed steam power ahead of their colonial oppressors? What might have come of Belgium's disastrous coloniz...

Read more

Community Reviews Summary of 1,068 reviews

Moods

adventurous 71%
challenging 52%
reflective 35%
emotional 34%
dark 26%
tense 25%
hopeful 21%
sad 13%
informative 11%
mysterious 11%
inspiring 9%

Pace

slow 54%
medium 36%
fast 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 45% | A mix: 40% | Character: 12% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 43% | It's complicated: 39% | No: 16%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 48% | No: 27% | Yes: 24%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 99%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 59% | No: 23% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.28

See all reviews...

Content Warnings

Submitted by users as part of their reviews

Expand filter menu View summary

See all...

Accept and close

By using The StoryGraph, you agree to our use of cookies.
We use a small number of cookies to provide you with a great experience.

Find out more