The Amateurs by John Niven

The Amateurs

John Niven

376 pages first pub 2009 (editions)

fiction contemporary funny fast-paced

Description

Gary Irvine is pretty happy in Ardgirvan, a small town on Scotland's west coast. Only two things would improve his life - children and a lower golf handicap. Both are unlikely. The former because Gary's wife Pauline is intent on leaving him as soo...

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Community Reviews Summary of 64 reviews

Moods

funny 100%
lighthearted 66%
dark 50%
hopeful 16%

Pace

fast 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 75% | No: 25%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 75% | No: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 25%

Average rating

3.82

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