Revenge of the Scapegoat by Caren Beilin

Revenge of the Scapegoat

Caren Beilin

176 pages first pub 2022 (editions)

fiction magical realism challenging funny reflective fast-paced

Description

“Animated with the moxie and wit of Acker and Tillman, Caren Beilin is one of the most bizarre and fearless writers of her generation. Revenge of the Scapegoat is a surreal take on the tendency people have to damage those we claim to love and the ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 60 reviews

Moods

funny 78%
reflective 73%
challenging 56%
dark 30%
emotional 26%
lighthearted 17%
sad 13%
tense 13%
mysterious 8%
inspiring 4%
relaxing 4%

Pace

medium 45%
fast 41%
slow 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 47% | Character: 47% | N/A: 4%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 38% | No: 38% | Yes: 23%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 42% | Yes: 36% | No: 21%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 61% | No: 33% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 16%

Average rating

3.58

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