The Children Act by Ian McEwan

The Children Act

Ian McEwan

216 pages • first pub 2014 (editions)

fiction contemporary literary reflective sad fast-paced

Description

Fiona Maye is a leading High Court judge, presiding over cases in the family court. She is renowned for her fierce intelligence, exactitude and sensitivity. But her professional success belies private sorrow and domestic strife. There is the linge...

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Moods

reflective 76%
emotional 66%
sad 59%
challenging 37%
dark 24%
informative 19%
tense 15%
hopeful 6%
inspiring 4%
adventurous 1%
mysterious 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 52%
slow 24%
fast 23%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 53% | A mix: 37% | Plot: 8%

Strong character development?

Yes: 48% | It's complicated: 34% | No: 14% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 38% | Yes: 33% | No: 26% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 73% | Yes: 15% | It's complicated: 6% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 73% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 11% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.59

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