The Golem of Brooklyn: A Novel by Adam Mansbach

The Golem of Brooklyn: A Novel

Adam Mansbach

272 pages • missing pub info (editions)

fiction literary

Description

In Ashkenazi Jewish folklore, a golem is a humanoid being created out of mud or clay and animated through secret prayers. Its sole purpose is to defend the Jewish people against the immediate threat of violence. It is always a rabbi who makes a go...

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Community Reviews Summary of 29 reviews

Moods

funny 90%
adventurous 47%
emotional 47%
dark 42%
tense 42%
reflective 33%
informative 28%
hopeful 23%
challenging 19%
inspiring 9%
sad 9%
lighthearted 4%
mysterious 4%

Pace

fast 70%
medium 30%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 56% | Plot: 31% | Character: 12%

Strong character development?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 31% | No: 18%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 88% | It's complicated: 11%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 18% | N/A: 6%

Average rating

4.32

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