fiction classics lighthearted fast-paced

175 pages | first published 1960

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Meet Kate and Baba, two young Irish country girls who have spent their childhood together. As they leave the safety of their convent school in search of life and love in the big city, they struggle to maintain their somewhat tumultuous relationshi...
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Summary of 161 reviews

Moods

emotional 62%
reflective 48%
sad 37%
funny 27%
lighthearted 24%
adventurous 20%
dark 17%
challenging 10%
hopeful 10%
informative 6%
inspiring 6%
relaxing 3%
tense 3%

Pace

medium 55%
slow 24%
fast 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 75% | A mix: 25%

Strong character development?

Yes: 52% | It's complicated: 34% | No: 13%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 47% | Yes: 42% | No: 9%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 80% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 42% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 19% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

3.63

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