416 pages • first pub 1987 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781400064625
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Random House
Publication date: 05 April 2005
Description
The remarkable novel of two Southern friendships--the basis of the hit film--available for the first time in large print.
Community Reviews Summary of 9,907 reviews
Moods
funny 68%
lighthearted 48%
reflective 46%
hopeful 41%
inspiring 30%
sad 26%
adventurous 21%
relaxing 17%
mysterious 13%
dark 5%
challenging 4%
tense 4%
informative 3%
Pace
slow 30%
fast 17%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 59% | A mix: 33% | Plot: 6%Strong character development?
Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 9% | N/A: 1%Loveable characters?
Yes: 89% | It's complicated: 7% | No: 2%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 4%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 41% | No: 30% | It's complicated: 24% | N/A: 3%Average rating
Content Warnings
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Graphic
Racism, Racial slurs, DeathModerate
Rape, Domestic abuse, Cancer416 pages • first pub 1987 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781400064625
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Random House
Publication date: 05 April 2005
Description
The remarkable novel of two Southern friendships--the basis of the hit film--available for the first time in large print.
Community Reviews Summary of 9,907 reviews
Moods
funny 68%
lighthearted 48%
reflective 46%
hopeful 41%
inspiring 30%
sad 26%
adventurous 21%
relaxing 17%
mysterious 13%
dark 5%
challenging 4%
tense 4%
informative 3%
Pace
slow 30%
fast 17%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 59% | A mix: 33% | Plot: 6%Strong character development?
Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 9% | N/A: 1%Loveable characters?
Yes: 89% | It's complicated: 7% | No: 2%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 4%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 41% | No: 30% | It's complicated: 24% | N/A: 3%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Racism, Racial slurs, DeathModerate
Rape, Domestic abuse, Cancer