Elizabeth Finch: A novel by Julian Barnes

Elizabeth Finch: A novel

Julian Barnes

224 pages first pub 2022 (editions)

fiction contemporary literary reflective medium-paced

Description

From the award-winning writer, a swift narrative that turns on the death of a vivid and particular woman, and becomes the occasion for a man's deeper examination of love, friendship and the mysteries of biography.This novel of unrequited platonic ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 254 reviews

Moods

reflective 88%
informative 45%
challenging 36%
inspiring 16%
emotional 13%
mysterious 12%
funny 6%
hopeful 2%
relaxing 2%
tense 2%
dark 1%
lighthearted 1%
sad 1%

Pace

slow 57%
medium 38%
fast 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 87% | A mix: 4% | N/A: 4% | Plot: 3%

Strong character development?

No: 43% | It's complicated: 36% | Yes: 20%

Loveable characters?

No: 48% | It's complicated: 26% | Yes: 21% | N/A: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 82% | Yes: 8% | N/A: 5% | It's complicated: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 51% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 14% | N/A: 5%

Average rating

3.17

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