Oroonoko by Aphra Behn

Oroonoko

Aphra Behn

100 pages first pub 1688 (editions)

fiction classics historical literary dark sad medium-paced

Description

When Prince Oroonoko's passion for the virtuous Imoinda arouses the jealousy of his grandfather, the lovers are cast into slavery and transported from Africa to the colony of Surinam. Oroonoko's noble bearing soon wins the respect of his English c...

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Community Reviews Summary of 2,008 reviews

Moods

dark 76%
sad 54%
challenging 44%
tense 41%
emotional 32%
reflective 27%
adventurous 24%
informative 21%
inspiring 2%
mysterious 1%

Pace

medium 44%
slow 30%
fast 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 38% | Plot: 32% | A mix: 28%

Strong character development?

No: 49% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 17% | N/A: 4%

Loveable characters?

No: 42% | It's complicated: 38% | Yes: 16% | N/A: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 64% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 5% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 41% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 22% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

2.82

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