The Pool of Fire by John Christopher

The Pool of Fire

The Tripods #3

John Christopher

218 pages first pub 1968 (editions)

fiction science fiction young adult adventurous medium-paced
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For readers who crave thrilling adventures, The Pool of Fire by John Christopher is a perfect fit, as it follows the courageous journey of Will Parker as he fights for freedom, forms unbreakable bonds of friendship, and uncovers the secrets behind a world threatened by an alien force, all while navigating a quest for peace in a world on the brink of destruction.

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Will Parker has managed to escape from the City of Gold and Lead, where he served as a slave to one of the Masters who rule the modern world. And He has not only discovered what lies behind the Tripods' power, but also how the Masters heartlessly ...

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Community Reviews

3.81
based on 683 reviews

Moods

adventurous: 94%

tense: 31%

dark: 26%

inspiring: 21%

mysterious: 21%

hopeful: 15%

reflective: 15%

lighthearted: 10%

emotional: 5%

sad: 5%


Pace

50% of readers chose fast
50% of readers chose medium
fast
medium

Plot or character driven?

53% of readers chose Plot
33% of readers chose A mix
13% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

46% of readers chose Yes
53% of readers chose No
Yes
No

Loveable characters?

38% of readers chose Yes
46% of readers chose Complicated
15% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

30% of readers chose Yes
15% of readers chose Complicated
46% of readers chose No
7% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

23% of readers chose Yes
15% of readers chose Complicated
53% of readers chose No
7% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

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