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The Scar (New Crobuzon, #2)

China Miéville
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The Scar (New Crobuzon, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004

Book Brief

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China Miéville

The Scar (New Crobuzon, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Details
Pages

578

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Armada • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Scar by China Miéville follows a person who escapes imprisonment to join a floating pirate city. They embark on epic adventures, confronting sea monsters and ancient secrets, while navigating complex political intrigue. The narrative delves into themes of freedom, identity, and transformation within a richly detailed and imaginative world.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

35,168 ratings

82%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

China Miéville’s The Scar garners acclaim for its imaginative world-building and rich, complex narrative. Reviewers praise the novel's originality and depth of setting. Some note, however, that the intricate plot and dense prose can be challenging for readers. Overall, it is lauded as a compelling addition to the New Weird genre that offers a rewarding, though sometimes demanding, read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Scar (New Crobuzon, #2)?

Fans of dark, richly imaginative fantasy and intricate, nautical world-building will relish The Scar by China Miéville. Readers who appreciate the complex societies and unique lexicons of works like Perdido Street Station or the adventurous, seafaring plotlines similar to Moby-Dick will find this novel captivating.

4.3

35,168 ratings

82%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

578

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Armada • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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