Children Playing Before a Statue of Hercules by David Sedaris

Children Playing Before a Statue of Hercules

David Sedaris

2 hours, 56 minutes first pub 2005 (editions)

fiction essays short stories emotional funny reflective slow-paced

Description

A must-have for the fans of the #1 bestselling author of Me Talk Pretty One Day, David Sedaris, a collection of his favorite short fiction from Flannery O'Connor to Tobias Wolff. David Sedaris is an exceptional reader. Alone in his apartment, he r...

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Community Reviews Summary of 384 reviews

Moods

funny 84%
reflective 76%
lighthearted 38%
emotional 30%
dark 23%
challenging 15%
relaxing 15%
adventurous 7%
mysterious 7%

Pace

medium 42%
fast 42%
slow 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 77% | N/A: 22%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 44% | N/A: 44% | Yes: 11%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 44% | N/A: 33% | No: 22%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 50% | N/A: 20% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 40% | It's complicated: 30% | N/A: 30%

Average rating

3.57

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