Heartburn by Nora Ephron

Heartburn

Nora Ephron

182 pages • first pub 1983 (editions)

fiction contemporary emotional funny fast-paced

Description

Is it possible to write a sidesplitting novel about the breakup of the perfect marriage? If the writer is Nora Ephron, the answer is a resounding yes. For in this inspired confection of adultery, revenge, group therapy, and pot roast, the creator ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 5,440 reviews

Moods

funny 90%
emotional 56%
lighthearted 47%
reflective 41%
sad 20%
hopeful 15%
dark 4%
inspiring 4%
relaxing 4%
challenging 2%

Pace

fast 52%
medium 39%
slow 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 64% | A mix: 26% | Plot: 8%

Strong character development?

Yes: 47% | No: 27% | It's complicated: 24% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 41% | It's complicated: 32% | No: 24%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 90% | It's complicated: 3% | Yes: 3% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 74% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 10% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.52

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