To Live by Yu Hua

To Live

Yu Hua

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fiction historical challenging emotional sad slow-paced

226 pages | first published 1992

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From the author of Brothers and China in Ten Words this celebrated contemporary classic of Chinese literature was also adapted for film by Zhang Yimou. This searing novel, originally banned in China but later named one of that nation's most influe...
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Summary of 441 reviews

Moods

emotional 86%
sad 86%
reflective 67%
dark 36%
challenging 19%
hopeful 19%
informative 15%
inspiring 15%
tense 9%
adventurous 7%
funny 7%
lighthearted 1%

Pace

medium 60%
fast 26%
slow 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 44% | Character: 44% | Plot: 11%

Strong character development?

Yes: 91% | It's complicated: 8%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 46% | Yes: 46% | No: 4% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 47% | It's complicated: 21% | N/A: 18% | No: 13%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 82% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 4%

Average rating

4.23

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