Pirates of Venus
Pirates of Venus
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2001
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Venus • 1930s
2001
Adult
14+ years
Super Short Summary
In Pirates of Venus, individuals journey to the planet Venus, where they encounter indigenous beings and face numerous challenges. The narrative follows adventurers adjusting to an alien world while engaging with its unique inhabitants and environments. Themes of exploration, survival, and cultural interactions are central to the unfolding events.
Adventurous
Exciting
Fantastical
Reviews & Readership
2,086 ratings
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Review Roundup
Pirates of Venus by Edgar Rice Burroughs combines adventure with sci-fi elements, creating an engaging tale on a mysterious planet. The imaginative world-building is praised, yet some find the pacing uneven and character development lacking. While the thrilling escapades capture attention, others feel there is more style than substance. Overall, an intriguing but mixed reception.
Who Should Read Pirates of Venus?
Fans of Pirates of Venus by Edgar Rice Burroughs are typically drawn to thrilling interplanetary adventures, much like those found in Burroughs' A Princess of Mars. They enjoy vivid world-building and classic pulp fiction, appealing to readers of The War of the Worlds by H.G. Wells.
2,086 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Venus • 1930s
2001
Adult
14+ years
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