The Bell by A.S. Byatt, Iris Murdoch

368 pages first pub 1958 (editions)

fiction classics reflective slow-paced

Description

Imber Court is a quiet haven for lost souls, a utopia for those who can neither live in the world, nor out of it. But beneath the gentle daily routines of this community run currents of supressed desire, religious yearning and a legend of disastro...

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Community Reviews Summary of 699 reviews

Moods

reflective 76%
mysterious 45%
emotional 38%
dark 26%
challenging 25%
funny 20%
sad 17%
tense 16%
hopeful 10%
adventurous 6%
relaxing 6%
inspiring 5%
lighthearted 3%
informative 2%

Pace

slow 58%
medium 40%
fast 1%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 64% | A mix: 31% | Plot: 4%

Strong character development?

Yes: 73% | It's complicated: 22% | No: 4%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 44% | Yes: 33% | No: 21%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 46% | Yes: 36% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 91% | It's complicated: 8%

Average rating

3.9

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