128 pages • first pub 2019 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780525659082
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Knopf Publishing Group
Publication date: 19 November 2019
Description
A savage satire of the United States in the throes of insanity, this blisteringly funny novel tells the story of a noble ship, the Glory, and the loud, clownish, and foul Captain who steers it to the brink of disaster. When the decorated Captain o...
Community Reviews Summary of 225 reviews
Moods
dark 33%
reflective 33%
lighthearted 28%
sad 23%
adventurous 9%
inspiring 4%
Pace
medium 14%
slow 9%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 36% | Character: 27% | Plot: 27% | N/A: 9%Strong character development?
No: 92% | It's complicated: 7%Loveable characters?
No: 92% | It's complicated: 7%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 53% | It's complicated: 23% | N/A: 15% | Yes: 7%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 100%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Child abuse, Child death, ConfinementModerate
Body shaming, Fatphobia, GenocideMinor
Homophobia, Rape, Sexual assault128 pages • first pub 2019 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780525659082
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Knopf Publishing Group
Publication date: 19 November 2019
Description
A savage satire of the United States in the throes of insanity, this blisteringly funny novel tells the story of a noble ship, the Glory, and the loud, clownish, and foul Captain who steers it to the brink of disaster. When the decorated Captain o...
Community Reviews Summary of 225 reviews
Moods
dark 33%
reflective 33%
lighthearted 28%
sad 23%
adventurous 9%
inspiring 4%
Pace
medium 14%
slow 9%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 36% | Character: 27% | Plot: 27% | N/A: 9%Strong character development?
No: 92% | It's complicated: 7%Loveable characters?
No: 92% | It's complicated: 7%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 53% | It's complicated: 23% | N/A: 15% | Yes: 7%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 100%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Child abuse, Child death, ConfinementModerate
Body shaming, Fatphobia, GenocideMinor
Homophobia, Rape, Sexual assault