The Commitments by Roddy Doyle

165 pages first pub 1987 (editions) user-added

fiction music funny lighthearted fast-paced

Description

"Barrytown, Dublin, has something to sing about. The Commitments are spreading the gospel of the soul. Ably managed by Jimmy Rabbitte, brilliantly coached by Joey 'The Lips' Fagan, their twin assault on Motown and Barrytown takes them by leaps and...

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Community Reviews Summary of 218 reviews

Moods

funny 93%
lighthearted 62%
hopeful 18%
inspiring 18%
emotional 12%
adventurous 6%
challenging 6%
reflective 6%
sad 6%

Pace

fast 81%
slow 12%
medium 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 45% | A mix: 27% | Character: 27%

Strong character development?

No: 54% | Yes: 27% | It's complicated: 18%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 63% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 18%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 90% | Yes: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 36% | Yes: 36% | It's complicated: 27%

Average rating

3.64

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