The Hostage by Brendan Behan

The Hostage

Brendan Behan

109 pages first pub 1959 (editions)

fiction play dark funny fast-paced

Description

An essential text in the development of modern British drama

Community Reviews Summary of 21 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
emotional 100%
funny 100%
tense 50%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Plot: 50%

Strong character development?

No: 100%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.21

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