Devotion by Hannah Kent

Devotion

Hannah Kent

418 pages • first pub 2021 (editions) user-added

fiction historical lgbtqia+ emotional reflective sad slow-paced

Description

 From the bestselling author of Burial Rites, Devotion is a stunning story about the impossible lengths we go to for the ones we love, with a breathtaking twist. Hanne and Thea's friendship is a miracle. Before, Hanne always felt apart from the lo...

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Community Reviews Summary of 759 reviews

Moods

emotional 89%
sad 69%
reflective 64%
mysterious 30%
dark 27%
hopeful 25%
challenging 24%
adventurous 16%
inspiring 13%
tense 5%
informative 4%
relaxing 2%

Pace

slow 52%
medium 46%
fast 1%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 61% | A mix: 32% | Plot: 4%

Strong character development?

Yes: 65% | It's complicated: 23% | No: 11%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 81% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 5% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 42% | Yes: 38% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 24% | Yes: 23% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

4.04

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