Bad Dirt by Annie Proulx
Bad Dirt

Annie Proulx

219 pages first pub 2004 (editions)

fiction short stories reflective medium-paced

Description

The stories in Annie Proulx's new collection are peopled by characters who struggle with circumstances beyond their control in a kind of rural noir half-light. Trouble comes at them from unexpected angles, and they will themselves through it, hard...

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Community Reviews Summary of 145 reviews

Moods

reflective 66%
dark 33%
mysterious 33%
relaxing 33%
sad 33%

Pace

medium 80%
fast 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 66% | Character: 33%

Strong character development?

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

Loveable characters?

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

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.85

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