Lie with Me by Philippe Besson

Lie with Me

Philippe Besson with Molly Ringwald (Translator)

176 pages • first pub 2017 (editions)

fiction contemporary lgbtqia+ literary emotional reflective sad medium-paced

Description

In this “sexy, pure, and radiant story” (Out), Philippe chances upon a young man outside a hotel in Bordeaux who bears a striking resemblance to his first love. What follows is a look back at the relationship he’s never forgotten, a hidden affair ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 4,693 reviews

Moods

emotional 91%
sad 85%
reflective 66%
dark 15%
challenging 8%
tense 7%
inspiring 6%
hopeful 5%
lighthearted 2%
mysterious 2%
relaxing 2%
adventurous 1%

Pace

medium 49%
fast 40%
slow 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 80% | A mix: 14% | Plot: 4%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 44% | Yes: 31% | No: 19% | N/A: 4%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 6% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 51% | Yes: 25% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 64% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 10% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

4.21

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