Mr Gwyn by Ann Goldstein, Alessandro Baricco

Mr Gwyn

Ann Goldstein, Alessandro Baricco

160 pages • first pub 2011 (editions)

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Description

The celebrated author Jasper Gwyn suddenly and publicly vows never to write another book. But as his life veers into isolation and emptiness, he decides to become a "copyist," holding 30-day sittings with clients as he writes their portraits. In t...

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Community Reviews Summary of 253 reviews

Moods

reflective 63%
inspiring 57%
emotional 42%
lighthearted 36%
mysterious 36%
challenging 21%
funny 21%
relaxing 21%
informative 10%
adventurous 5%
hopeful 5%
sad 5%

Pace

fast 55%
slow 25%
medium 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 86% | A mix: 13%

Strong character development?

Yes: 73% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 6%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 46% | It's complicated: 26% | No: 20% | N/A: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 53% | Yes: 23% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 57% | It's complicated: 28% | N/A: 7% | No: 7%

Average rating

4.03

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