Howards End by E.M. Forster

Howards End

E.M. Forster

394 pages first pub 1910 (editions)

fiction classics literary emotional reflective slow-paced

Description

“Only connect…” A chance acquaintance brings together the preposterous bourgeois Wilcox family and the clever, cultured and idealistic Schlegel sisters. As clear-eyed Margaret develops a friendship with Mrs Wilcox, the impetuous Helen brings int...

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Moods

reflective 86%
emotional 52%
challenging 30%
funny 18%
sad 18%
hopeful 15%
inspiring 14%
lighthearted 14%
relaxing 12%
tense 11%
informative 7%
mysterious 7%
dark 6%
adventurous 2%

Pace

slow 62%
medium 35%
fast 1%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 62% | A mix: 29% | Plot: 7%

Strong character development?

Yes: 61% | It's complicated: 28% | No: 9%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 41% | Yes: 34% | No: 23%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 75% | It's complicated: 11% | Yes: 10% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 73% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 7%

Average rating

3.8

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