The Mysteries of Pittsburgh by Michael Chabon

The Mysteries of Pittsburgh

Michael Chabon

320 pages • first pub 1988 (editions)

fiction contemporary lgbtqia+ reflective slow-paced

Description

The enthralling debut from bestselling novelist Michael Chabon is a penetrating narrative of complex friendships, father-son conflicts, and the awakening of a young man’s sexual identity.Chabon masterfully renders the funny, tender, and captivatin...

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Moods

reflective 81%
emotional 68%
funny 34%
adventurous 31%
dark 18%
challenging 12%
sad 12%
inspiring 9%
mysterious 9%
tense 9%
lighthearted 6%
hopeful 3%
relaxing 3%

Pace

medium 57%
slow 33%
fast 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 86% | A mix: 13%

Strong character development?

Yes: 77% | No: 14% | It's complicated: 7%

Loveable characters?

No: 42% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 28%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 57% | Yes: 34% | It's complicated: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 17% | No: 10%

Average rating

3.59

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