Memory Wall by Anthony Doerr

Memory Wall

Anthony Doerr

fiction contemporary short stories reflective relaxing slow-paced

256 pages | first published 2010

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Set on four continents, Anthony Doerr's new stories are about memory, the source of meaning and coherence in our lives, the fragile thread that connects us to ourselves and to others. Every hour, says Doerr, all over the globe, an infinite number ...
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Summary of 363 reviews

Moods

emotional 72%
reflective 72%
sad 50%
challenging 38%
hopeful 33%
dark 22%
mysterious 22%
adventurous 11%
inspiring 11%
tense 5%

Pace

medium 45%
fast 35%
slow 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 68% | Character: 18% | N/A: 6% | Plot: 6%

Strong character development?

Yes: 56% | No: 31% | It's complicated: 12%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 53% | It's complicated: 46%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 6% | N/A: 6% | No: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 38% | Yes: 30% | No: 23% | N/A: 7%

Average rating

4.04

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