The New York Trilogy by Paul Auster

The New York Trilogy

New York Trilogy #1-3

Paul Auster

fiction contemporary literary mystery mysterious reflective medium-paced

308 pages | first published 1987

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The remarkable, acclaimed series of interconnected detective novels – from the author of 4 3 2 1: A NovelThe New York Review of Books has called Paul Auster’s work “one of the most distinctive niches in contemporary literature.” Moving at the brea...
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Summary of 2822 reviews

Moods

mysterious 87%
dark 54%
challenging 50%
reflective 47%
tense 32%
adventurous 19%
sad 7%
emotional 6%
funny 4%
relaxing 4%
inspiring 1%

Pace

medium 55%
slow 32%
fast 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 49% | Character: 31% | Plot: 15% | N/A: 3%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 56% | No: 20% | Yes: 20% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

No: 58% | It's complicated: 31% | Yes: 8% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 76% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 6% | Yes: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 57% | It's complicated: 34% | No: 6% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.81

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