The Patron Saint of Liars by Ann Patchett

The Patron Saint of Liars

Ann Patchett

352 pages • first pub 1992 (editions)

fiction historical literary emotional reflective slow-paced

Description

Since her first publication in 1992, celebrated novelist Ann Patchett has crafted a number of elegant novels, garnering accolades and awards along the way. Now comes a reissue of the best-selling debut novel that launched her remarkable career. St...

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Moods

emotional 77%
reflective 71%
sad 35%
mysterious 28%
hopeful 10%
challenging 8%
dark 8%
relaxing 7%
tense 5%
adventurous 4%
inspiring 4%
funny 3%
lighthearted 2%

Pace

medium 55%
slow 39%
fast 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 79% | A mix: 16% | Plot: 3% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 51% | It's complicated: 36% | No: 12%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 59% | Yes: 25% | No: 15%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 89% | Yes: 8% | It's complicated: 1% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 95% | It's complicated: 4%

Average rating

3.75

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