Delirium by Laura Restrepo

Delirium

Laura Restrepo with Natasha Wimmer (Translator)

fiction contemporary literary dark mysterious reflective slow-paced

272 pages | first published 2004

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In this remarkably nuanced novel, both a gripping detective story and a passionate, devastating tale of eros and insanity in Colombia, internationally acclaimed author Laura Restrepo delves into the minds of four characters. There’s Agustina, a be...
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Summary of 252 reviews

Moods

dark 84%
mysterious 68%
tense 57%
challenging 42%
emotional 42%
reflective 36%
sad 15%
adventurous 5%
inspiring 5%

Pace

medium 61%
slow 38%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Character: 35% | Plot: 14%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 43% | No: 6%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 31% | N/A: 12% | Yes: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 50% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 87% | It's complicated: 6% | N/A: 6%

Average rating

3.81

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