Jamilia by Chingiz Aïtmatov

Jamilia

Chingiz Aïtmatov with James Riordan (Translator)

96 pages first pub 1958 (editions)

fiction classics romance reflective slow-paced

Description

"The most beautiful love story in the world."--Louis AragonThe Second World War is raging, and Jamilia's husband is off fighting at the front. Accompanied by Daniyar, a sullen newcomer who was wounded on the battlefield, Jamilia spends her days ha...

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Community Reviews Summary of 318 reviews

Moods

emotional 72%
reflective 56%
hopeful 40%
inspiring 38%
sad 31%
adventurous 18%
relaxing 15%
lighthearted 11%
informative 6%
mysterious 2%
tense 2%

Pace

fast 46%
medium 34%
slow 19%

Plot- or character-driven?

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

Strong character development?

Yes: 44% | No: 31% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 6%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 82% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 43% | No: 30% | N/A: 20% | It's complicated: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 29% | No: 29% | N/A: 7%

Average rating

3.86

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