Alef by Jorge Luis Borges

196 pages first pub 1949 (editions)

fiction classics fantasy short stories adventurous challenging reflective slow-paced

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Moods

reflective 79%
challenging 74%
mysterious 71%
adventurous 25%
inspiring 19%
dark 16%
emotional 9%
funny 9%
informative 8%
relaxing 3%
tense 3%
sad 2%
hopeful 1%
lighthearted 1%

Pace

medium 48%
slow 38%
fast 13%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 42% | Plot: 28% | N/A: 18% | Character: 10%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 38% | N/A: 29% | No: 29% | Yes: 3%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 46% | No: 25% | N/A: 19% | Yes: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 57% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 14% | No: 12%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 43% | No: 23% | N/A: 18% | Yes: 14%

Average rating

4.17

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