We the Living by Ayn Rand

We the Living

Ayn Rand

18 hours, 1 minutes first pub 1936 (editions)

fiction classics historical philosophy challenging dark reflective medium-paced

Description

We the Living portrays the impact of the Russian Revolution on three people who demand the right to live their own lives. At its center is a girl whose passionate love is her fortress against the cruelty and oppression of a totalitarian state. Of ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 861 reviews

Moods

challenging 77%
dark 77%
emotional 77%
reflective 55%
sad 44%
tense 44%
inspiring 22%
adventurous 11%
informative 11%

Pace

medium 80%
slow 10%
fast 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 50% | A mix: 37% | Plot: 12%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 37% | Yes: 37% | No: 25%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 62% | Yes: 25% | No: 12%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 42% | Yes: 42% | It's complicated: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 42% | Yes: 42% | No: 14%

Average rating

3.73

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