The Epicure's Lament by Kate Christensen

The Epicure's Lament

Kate Christensen

351 pages first pub 2004 (editions)

fiction contemporary literary funny slow-paced

Description

For ten years, Hugo Whittier, upper-class scion, former gigolo, failed belle lettriste, has been living a hermit's existence at Waverly, his family's crumbling mansion overlooking the Hudson. He passes the time reading Montaigne and M. F. K. Fishe...

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Community Reviews Summary of 92 reviews

Moods

funny 100%
dark 75%
reflective 50%
emotional 25%

Pace

medium 75%
slow 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 66% | No: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.63

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