To Live - Hidup by Yu Hua

To Live - Hidup

Yu Hua with Agustinus Wibowo (Translator)

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fiction historical challenging emotional sad slow-paced

Description

From the author of Brothers and China in Ten Words: this celebrated contemporary classic of Chinese literature was also adapted for film by Zhang Yimou. This searing novel, originally banned in China but later named one of that nation’s most influ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 491 reviews

Moods

emotional 85%
sad 85%
reflective 66%
dark 35%
challenging 21%
hopeful 17%
inspiring 16%
informative 14%
tense 10%
adventurous 7%
funny 7%
lighthearted 1%

Pace

medium 61%
fast 25%
slow 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 44% | Character: 40% | Plot: 14%

Strong character development?

Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 9%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 47% | Yes: 45% | No: 5% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 43% | It's complicated: 21% | N/A: 17% | No: 17%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 4%

Average rating

4.21

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