Apple and Knife by Intan Paramaditha

Apple and Knife

Intan Paramaditha with Stephen J. Epstein (Translator)

fiction horror short stories dark medium-paced

192 pages | first published 2018

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A dazzling, provocative debut story collection from celebrated Indonesian writer Intan Paramaditha, putting fierce female characters centre stage in brilliantly funny and sharp twists on fairy tale. Inspired by horror fiction, myths and fairy t...
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Summary of 166 reviews

Moods

dark 96%
mysterious 68%
tense 31%
reflective 27%
challenging 24%
funny 10%
adventurous 6%
emotional 6%

Pace

medium 52%
fast 40%
slow 8%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 35% | Character: 23% | Plot: 23% | N/A: 17%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 47% | No: 35% | N/A: 17%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 62% | No: 37%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 68% | N/A: 12% | No: 12% | It's complicated: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 68% | N/A: 12% | No: 12% | It's complicated: 6%

Average rating

3.54

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