Fires by Raymond Carver

208 pages first pub 1977 (editions)

fiction poetry short stories emotional reflective sad slow-paced

Description

Fires is the best introduction to the full range and humanity of Carver's writing. It contains four essays, including a moving memoir od his father's working life in the saw-mills of the Pacific Northwest, a tribute to his mentor John Gardner, and...

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Community Reviews Summary of 130 reviews

Moods

reflective 70%
emotional 50%
dark 40%
inspiring 40%
sad 40%
challenging 20%
informative 20%
tense 20%
funny 10%
lighthearted 10%
mysterious 10%
relaxing 10%

Pace

medium 75%
slow 12%
fast 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 50% | N/A: 50%

Strong character development?

N/A: 42% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 14%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 57% | No: 28% | N/A: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 71% | N/A: 14% | Yes: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 75% | N/A: 25%

Average rating

3.99

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