In the Name of the Father and Other Stories by Balla

In the Name of the Father and Other Stories

Balla with Julia Sherwood (Translator), Peter Sherwood (Translator)

144 pages first pub 2011 (editions)

fiction challenging funny reflective medium-paced

Description

An award-winning Slovak novella and three additional short stories. This collection, by an author described as "the Slovak Kafka", shares a unique dark humor, along with a commitment to satire and truth. The novella features a nameless narrator re...

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Community Reviews Summary of 4 reviews

Moods

challenging 50%
dark 50%
emotional 50%
funny 50%
mysterious 50%
reflective 50%
sad 50%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Character: 50%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | N/A: 50%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

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

Average rating

4.5

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