The Other by David Guterson

The Other

David Guterson

256 pages first pub 2008 (editions)

fiction literary emotional reflective slow-paced

Description

From the author of the bestselling Snow Falling on Cedars comes a compelling new novel about youth and idealism, adulthood and its compromises, and two powerfully different visions of what it means to live a good life.

Community Reviews Summary of 123 reviews

Moods

reflective 85%
mysterious 42%
adventurous 28%
dark 28%
sad 28%
challenging 14%
emotional 14%

Pace

slow 85%
medium 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 71% | A mix: 14% | Plot: 14%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 42% | No: 28% | Yes: 28%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 57% | Yes: 28% | No: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 57% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

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

Average rating

3.38

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