Arctic Summer by Damon Galgut

Arctic Summer

Damon Galgut

352 pages first pub 2014 (editions)

fiction historical lgbtqia+ challenging reflective slow-paced

Description

This "beautifully written and utterly compelling" novel by the acclaimed South African author traces E. M. Forester's journey of self-discovery (The Times, London). The year is 1912, and the SS Birmingham is approaching India. On board is Edward M...

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Community Reviews Summary of 77 reviews

Moods

emotional 83%
reflective 66%
adventurous 33%
challenging 33%
dark 33%
sad 33%
informative 16%
relaxing 16%

Pace

slow 50%
medium 33%
fast 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 83% | A mix: 16%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 16%

Average rating

3.59

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