How to Order the Universe by María José Ferrada

How to Order the Universe

María José Ferrada with Elizabeth Bryer (Translator)

fiction historical literary emotional reflective fast-paced

180 pages | first published 2021

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For seven-year-old M, the world is guided by a firm set of principles, based on her father D’s life as a traveling salesman. Enchanted by her father’s trade, M convinces him to take her along on his routes, selling hardware supplies amid the backd...
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Summary of 159 reviews

Moods

reflective 85%
emotional 52%
sad 40%
adventurous 30%
dark 27%
funny 27%
mysterious 22%
challenging 12%
lighthearted 12%
tense 12%
hopeful 5%
inspiring 5%
relaxing 2%

Pace

fast 60%
medium 34%
slow 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 79% | A mix: 20%

Strong character development?

Yes: 56% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 10%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 67% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 55% | Yes: 34% | It's complicated: 6% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 51% | No: 40% | It's complicated: 7%

Average rating

3.86

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