City of the Mind by Penelope Lively

City of the Mind

Penelope Lively

240 pages first pub 1988 (editions)

fiction contemporary literary reflective fast-paced

Description

Matthew Halland is an architect, intimately involved with the new face of the city, while haunted by earlier times of destruction and loss in its history. Although he is divorced and lonely, Matthew has a rich and moving relationship with his daug...

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Community Reviews Summary of 35 reviews

Moods

reflective 100%
emotional 66%
hopeful 66%
relaxing 33%

Pace

medium 66%
slow 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 100%

Loveable characters?

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

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 100%

Average rating

3.64

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