208 pages • first pub 1972 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780575075252
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Gollancz
Publication date: 14 April 2005
Description
A powerful novel about what happens when the magic leaves our lives. Imagine what it would be like if you could tell what the innermost thoughts and feelings of those around you were. Imagine if, as you reached middle age, you lost that ability...
Community Reviews Summary of 261 reviews
Moods
reflective 78%
emotional 42%
sad 42%
challenging 28%
mysterious 14%
funny 7%
tense 7%
Pace
medium 42%
fast 7%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 100%Strong character development?
Yes: 61% | It's complicated: 30% | No: 7%Loveable characters?
No: 64% | It's complicated: 21% | Yes: 14%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 71% | It's complicated: 28%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 100%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Moderate
Racial slurs, Racism, AntisemitismMinor
Homophobia, Incest
208 pages • first pub 1972 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780575075252
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Gollancz
Publication date: 14 April 2005
Description
A powerful novel about what happens when the magic leaves our lives. Imagine what it would be like if you could tell what the innermost thoughts and feelings of those around you were. Imagine if, as you reached middle age, you lost that ability...
Community Reviews Summary of 261 reviews
Moods
reflective 78%
emotional 42%
sad 42%
challenging 28%
mysterious 14%
funny 7%
tense 7%
Pace
medium 42%
fast 7%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 100%Strong character development?
Yes: 61% | It's complicated: 30% | No: 7%Loveable characters?
No: 64% | It's complicated: 21% | Yes: 14%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 71% | It's complicated: 28%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 100%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Moderate
Racial slurs, Racism, AntisemitismMinor
Homophobia, Incest