The High Mountains of Portugal by Yann Martel

The High Mountains of Portugal

Yann Martel

332 pages • first pub 2016 (editions)

fiction historical magical realism emotional mysterious reflective slow-paced

Description

In Lisbon in 1904, a young man named Tomás discovers an old journal. It hints at the existence of an extraordinary artifact that—if he can find it—would redefine history. Traveling in one of Europe’s earliest automobiles, he sets out in search of ...

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Moods

reflective 66%
adventurous 52%
mysterious 50%
emotional 35%
challenging 26%
sad 26%
inspiring 19%
lighthearted 19%
funny 16%
dark 11%
hopeful 9%
relaxing 9%
tense 7%
informative 4%

Pace

slow 44%
medium 44%
fast 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 43% | Character: 34% | Plot: 21%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 35% | No: 29% | Yes: 29% | N/A: 5%

Loveable characters?

No: 35% | It's complicated: 32% | Yes: 32%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 42% | Yes: 30% | N/A: 18% | It's complicated: 9%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 14% | N/A: 10%

Average rating

3.32

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