The Shape of Things by Neil LaBute

The Shape of Things

Neil LaBute

138 pages • first pub 2001 (editions)

fiction play dark reflective sad fast-paced

Description

A startling dissection of cruelty and artistic creation from the author of In the Company of Men and Your Friends and NeighborsIn a modern version of Adam's seduction by Eve, The Shape of Things pits gentle, awkward, overweight Adam against experi...

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Community Reviews Summary of 369 reviews

Moods

reflective 50%
challenging 46%
tense 43%
dark 36%
funny 36%
emotional 30%
inspiring 16%
mysterious 16%
lighthearted 10%
sad 10%
adventurous 6%
informative 6%
relaxing 3%

Pace

fast 68%
medium 28%
slow 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 85% | A mix: 9% | Plot: 4%

Strong character development?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 20% | N/A: 4%

Loveable characters?

No: 70% | It's complicated: 25% | Yes: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 63% | It's complicated: 22% | N/A: 9% | Yes: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 88% | It's complicated: 12%

Average rating

3.43

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