Lola in the Mirror by Trent Dalton

Lola in the Mirror

Trent Dalton

448 pages • first pub 2023 (editions)

fiction contemporary literary magical realism adventurous dark emotional fast-paced

Description

Bighearted, gritty, magical and moving, Lola in the Mirror is the irresistible new novel from international bestselling author of Boy Swallows Universe and All Our Shimmering Skies, Trent Dalton. 'Mirror, mirror, on the grass, what's my future? Wh...

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Community Reviews Summary of 100 reviews

Moods

emotional 91%
dark 67%
hopeful 62%
sad 62%
reflective 48%
tense 48%
adventurous 43%
challenging 37%
inspiring 37%
mysterious 25%
funny 19%
informative 6%
lighthearted 1%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 42%
slow 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 61% | Character: 32% | Plot: 5%

Strong character development?

Yes: 94% | No: 3% | It's complicated: 1%

Loveable characters?

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

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 72% | No: 18% | It's complicated: 8% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 57% | No: 30% | It's complicated: 11%

Average rating

4.57

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