From a Low and Quiet Sea by Donal Ryan

From a Low and Quiet Sea

Donal Ryan

192 pages • first pub 2018 (editions)

fiction contemporary literary reflective slow-paced

Description

Farouk’s country has been torn apart by war.Lampy’s heart has been laid waste by Chloe.John’s past torments him as he nears his end.The refugee. The dreamer. The penitent. From war-torn Syria to small-town Ireland, three men, scarred by all they h...

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Community Reviews Summary of 612 reviews

Moods

reflective 87%
emotional 78%
sad 48%
challenging 24%
dark 21%
tense 18%
hopeful 9%
mysterious 9%
adventurous 6%
funny 6%
inspiring 6%
relaxing 3%

Pace

slow 62%
medium 28%
fast 8%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 90% | A mix: 9%

Strong character development?

Yes: 48% | No: 29% | It's complicated: 22%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 43% | No: 31% | Yes: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 62% | No: 21% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 63% | It's complicated: 26% | No: 6% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.7

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