The Vanishing Princess: Stories by Jenny Diski

The Vanishing Princess: Stories

Jenny Diski

208 pages first pub 1995 (editions)

fiction short stories reflective medium-paced

Description

WITH A PREFACE BY HEIDI JULAVITS, AUTHOR OF THE FOLDED CLOCKThe only story collection from the beloved Jenny Diski—darkly funny, subversive, sexy, and eccentric tales from one of the most original and intelligent voices of our time “Mordant and ta...

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Community Reviews Summary of 74 reviews

Moods

reflective 85%
emotional 42%
dark 28%
adventurous 14%
challenging 14%
funny 14%
inspiring 14%
lighthearted 14%
mysterious 14%
relaxing 14%
sad 14%

Pace

medium 83%
fast 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 60% | N/A: 40%

Strong character development?

N/A: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 33% | N/A: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 60% | N/A: 40%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 60% | N/A: 40%

Average rating

4.16

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