Passing by Nella Larsen

Passing

Nella Larsen with Ntozake Shange (Contributor), Mae G. Henderson (Contributor)

Passing

Nella Larsen with Ntozake Shange (Contributor), Mae G. Henderson (Contributor)

fiction classics literary emotional reflective tense medium-paced

182 pages | first published 1929

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First published to critical acclaim in 1929, Passing firmly established Nella Larsen's prominence among women writers of the Harlem Renaissance. The Modern Library is proud to present Passing — an electrifying story of two women who cross the colo...
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Summary of 7654 reviews

Moods

reflective 67%
tense 51%
emotional 49%
challenging 44%
dark 37%
sad 25%
mysterious 16%
informative 14%
adventurous 1%
funny 1%

Pace

medium 51%
fast 31%
slow 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 77% | A mix: 20% | Plot: 2%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 41% | Yes: 38% | No: 19%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 59% | No: 29% | Yes: 9% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 86% | It's complicated: 7% | No: 4% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 81% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 3%

Average rating

3.97

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