Great Expectations by Kathy Acker

Great Expectations

Kathy Acker

fiction feminism reflective medium-paced

128 pages | first published 1982

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Using postmodern form, Kathy Acker's Great Expectations moves her narrator through time, gender, and identity as it examines our era's cherished beliefs about life and art.
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Summary of 46 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
challenging 50%
sad 50%
adventurous 25%
funny 25%
reflective 25%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 66% | No: 33%

Loveable characters?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Average rating

3.3

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