368 pages • first pub 1961 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780375708442
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Vintage
Publication date: 25 April 2000
Description
Hailed as a masterpiece of realistic fiction and as the most evocative portrayal of the opulent desolation of the American suburbs since it's publication in 1961, Revolutionary Road is the story of Frank and April Wheeler, a bright, beautiful, and...
Community Reviews Summary of 4,270 reviews
Moods
sad 66%
reflective 58%
dark 54%
tense 40%
challenging 25%
funny 2%
mysterious 2%
hopeful 1%
lighthearted 1%
relaxing 1%
Pace
slow 34%
fast 6%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 84% | A mix: 14%Strong character development?
Yes: 39% | It's complicated: 36% | No: 23%Loveable characters?
No: 56% | It's complicated: 37% | Yes: 6%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 93% | Yes: 4% | It's complicated: 1%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 99%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Abortion, Suicide, Toxic relationshipModerate
Domestic abuse, Suicidal thoughts, Forced institutionalizationMinor
Infidelity
368 pages • first pub 1961 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780375708442
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Vintage
Publication date: 25 April 2000
Description
Hailed as a masterpiece of realistic fiction and as the most evocative portrayal of the opulent desolation of the American suburbs since it's publication in 1961, Revolutionary Road is the story of Frank and April Wheeler, a bright, beautiful, and...
Community Reviews Summary of 4,270 reviews
Moods
sad 66%
reflective 58%
dark 54%
tense 40%
challenging 25%
funny 2%
mysterious 2%
hopeful 1%
lighthearted 1%
relaxing 1%
Pace
slow 34%
fast 6%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 84% | A mix: 14%Strong character development?
Yes: 39% | It's complicated: 36% | No: 23%Loveable characters?
No: 56% | It's complicated: 37% | Yes: 6%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 93% | Yes: 4% | It's complicated: 1%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 99%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Abortion, Suicide, Toxic relationshipModerate
Domestic abuse, Suicidal thoughts, Forced institutionalizationMinor
Infidelity