Crossing by Pajtim Statovci

Crossing

Pajtim Statovci with David Hackston (Translator)

272 pages • first pub 2016 (editions)

fiction historical lgbtqia+ literary challenging emotional sad medium-paced

Description

From the acclaimed author of My Cat Yugoslavia: a stunning, incandescent new novel that speaks to identity, war, exile, love, betrayal, and heartbreak The death of head of state Enver Hoxha and the loss of his father leave Bujar growing up in the ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 394 reviews

Moods

emotional 79%
sad 75%
dark 61%
challenging 51%
reflective 50%
tense 27%
adventurous 11%
mysterious 11%
informative 8%
inspiring 6%
hopeful 3%
lighthearted 1%

Pace

medium 68%
fast 18%
slow 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 72% | A mix: 25% | Plot: 2%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 52% | Yes: 35% | No: 11%

Loveable characters?

No: 43% | It's complicated: 41% | Yes: 15%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 94% | No: 3% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 2%

Average rating

3.92

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