A Bookshop in Algiers by Kaouther Adimi

A Bookshop in Algiers

Kaouther Adimi with Chris Andrews (Translator), Chris Andrews (Translator)

160 pages • first pub 2017 (editions)

fiction contemporary informative reflective medium-paced

Description

'If you're in a bookshop browsing, then A Bookshop In Algiers is for you, by definition. A beautiful little novel about books, history, ambition and the importance of literature to everyone, especially people who are trying to find a voice.' Nick ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 255 reviews

Moods

reflective 81%
informative 57%
emotional 38%
inspiring 30%
sad 30%
hopeful 21%
dark 9%
adventurous 8%
challenging 4%
relaxing 4%
funny 3%
lighthearted 2%
mysterious 2%
tense 1%

Pace

medium 54%
slow 28%
fast 17%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 46% | Character: 33% | Plot: 20%

Strong character development?

No: 46% | It's complicated: 29% | Yes: 22% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 23% | No: 20% | N/A: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 59% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 7% | N/A: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 55% | It's complicated: 22% | Yes: 16% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

3.75

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