The Kingdom of this World by Alejo Carpentier, Harriet de Onís

The Kingdom of this World

Alejo Carpentier, Harriet de Onís

112 pages first pub 1949 (editions)

fiction historical magical realism challenging reflective slow-paced

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Moods

dark 50%
adventurous 40%
challenging 30%
emotional 30%
reflective 30%
tense 30%
mysterious 20%
sad 20%
informative 10%
inspiring 10%

Pace

medium 54%
slow 27%
fast 18%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 62% | A mix: 25% | Character: 12%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 25% | N/A: 12% | Yes: 12%

Loveable characters?

No: 55% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 11%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 87% | It's complicated: 12%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 57% | Yes: 28% | N/A: 14%

Average rating

3.38

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