Paul Takes the Form of a Mortal Girl by Andrea Lawlor

Paul Takes the Form of a Mortal Girl

Andrea Lawlor

341 pages first pub 2017 (editions)

fiction lgbtqia+ literary magical realism adventurous funny reflective medium-paced

Description

It's 1993 and Paul Polydoris tends bar at the only gay club in a university town thrumming with politics and partying. He studies queer theory, has a dyke best friend, makes zines, and is a flâneur with a rich dating life. But Paul's also got a se...

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Community Reviews Summary of 2,258 reviews

Moods

funny 57%
reflective 54%
adventurous 50%
emotional 45%
challenging 26%
mysterious 25%
lighthearted 19%
sad 15%
hopeful 13%
dark 12%
inspiring 9%
informative 6%
tense 4%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 61%
slow 20%
fast 17%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 91% | A mix: 6% | Plot: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 46% | It's complicated: 38% | No: 14%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 44% | It's complicated: 42% | No: 13%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 92% | It's complicated: 4% | No: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 78% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 4%

Average rating

3.92

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