The Absolute by Daniel Guebel

The Absolute

Daniel Guebel with Jessica Sequeira (Translator)

448 pages first pub 2016 (editions)

fiction historical literary emotional reflective medium-paced

Description

A provocative multigenerational exploration of creative genius, madness, and family relationships. With the ambition and density of style of Vladimir Nabokov or Olga Tokarczuk, this is a story both profound and handled with a light touch.The Absol...

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Community Reviews Summary of 3 reviews

Moods

challenging 100%
mysterious 100%
adventurous 50%
dark 50%
emotional 50%
funny 50%
informative 50%
reflective 50%
tense 50%

Pace

slow 50%
medium 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Character: 50%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 50%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.58

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