The Scenic Route by Christina Baker Kline

The Scenic Route

Christina Baker Kline

43 pages • first pub 2023 (editions)

fiction short stories emotional reflective fast-paced

Description

Once happily married with a young son, Jess takes to the road to escape her failed relationship and the disappointment of losing touch with her son. Four years into a nomadic existence, she has learned the hacks of van life and promotes a fantasy ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 75 reviews

Moods

emotional 82%
reflective 74%
hopeful 42%
adventurous 40%
sad 31%
inspiring 17%
challenging 11%
dark 8%
informative 2%
lighthearted 2%
relaxing 2%
tense 2%

Pace

fast 71%
medium 25%
slow 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 76% | A mix: 20% | Plot: 2%

Strong character development?

Yes: 64% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 16% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 53% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 18% | N/A: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 83% | Yes: 13% | It's complicated: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 94% | It's complicated: 2% | No: 2%

Average rating

3.57

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