The Course of the Heart by M. John Harrison

The Course of the Heart

M. John Harrison

224 pages first pub 1992 (editions)

fiction fantasy horror reflective slow-paced

Description

 A novel which weaves together mythology, sexuality and the troubled past and present of Eastern Europe. It begins on a hot May night, when three Cambridge students carry out a ritualistic act which changes their lives. The author won the 1989 Boa...

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Community Reviews Summary of 60 reviews

Moods

dark 85%
mysterious 57%
sad 57%
challenging 42%
reflective 28%
emotional 14%

Pace

slow 83%
medium 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 50% | A mix: 25% | Plot: 25%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Loveable characters?

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

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 66% | No: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 100%

Average rating

3.91

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