Heartburn by Nora Ephron

Heartburn

Nora Ephron with Meryl Streep (Narrator)

5 hours, 30 minutes • first pub 1983 (editions)

fiction contemporary emotional funny fast-paced

Description

Is it possible to write a sidesplitting novel about the breakup of the perfect marriage? If the writer is Nora Ephron, the answer is a resounding yes. For in this inspired confection of adultery, revenge, group therapy, and pot roast, the creator ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 5,013 reviews

Moods

funny 89%
emotional 55%
lighthearted 46%
reflective 41%
sad 18%
hopeful 16%
dark 4%
relaxing 4%
inspiring 3%
challenging 2%

Pace

fast 54%
medium 37%
slow 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 68% | A mix: 22% | Plot: 8%

Strong character development?

Yes: 47% | No: 27% | It's complicated: 23% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 39% | It's complicated: 34% | No: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 89% | Yes: 4% | It's complicated: 3% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 73% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 10% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.52

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