The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper by Phaedra Patrick

The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper

Phaedra Patrick

331 pages • first pub 2016 (editions)

fiction contemporary emotional lighthearted medium-paced

Description

In this poignant and sparkling debut, a lovable widower embarks on a life-changing adventure Sixty-nine-year-old Arthur Pepper lives a simple life. He gets out of bed at precisely 7:30 a.m., just as he did when his wife, Miriam, was alive. He dres...

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Community Reviews Summary of 2,407 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 64%
hopeful 56%
emotional 55%
reflective 53%
adventurous 48%
inspiring 34%
funny 23%
sad 14%
relaxing 13%
mysterious 11%
challenging 2%
dark 1%

Pace

medium 62%
fast 23%
slow 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 52% | A mix: 35% | Plot: 11%

Strong character development?

Yes: 86% | No: 8% | It's complicated: 3% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 5% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 51% | Yes: 45% | It's complicated: 1% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 53% | No: 24% | It's complicated: 21%

Average rating

3.8

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