Adverbs by Daniel Handler

Adverbs

Daniel Handler

325 pages first pub 2006 (editions)

fiction romance short stories funny lighthearted reflective slow-paced

Description

'One of our most dazzling literary conjurers shuffles the deck of contemporary consciousness and desire. A thrilling feat of tragic magic.' - Michael Chabon Adverbs marks the return of Daniel Handler to adult fiction as he tackles life's most comp...

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Community Reviews Summary of 579 reviews

Moods

funny 81%
lighthearted 54%
reflective 45%
challenging 36%
emotional 36%
dark 18%
mysterious 18%
adventurous 9%
informative 9%
sad 9%

Pace

slow 50%
medium 40%
fast 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 42% | No: 28% | N/A: 14% | Yes: 14%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 80% | N/A: 20%

Average rating

3.35

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