The Notebook, the Proof, the Third Lie: Three Novels by Ágota Kristóf

The Notebook, the Proof, the Third Lie: Three Novels

The Book of Lies - Twins Trilogy #1-3

Ágota Kristóf with Alan Sheridan (Translator), David Watson (Translator)

480 pages • first pub 1991 (editions)

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Description

These three internationally acclaimed novels have confirmed Agota Kristof's reputation as one of the most provocative exponents of new-wave European fiction. With all the stark simplicity of a fractured fairy tale, the trilogy tells the story of t...

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Moods

dark 95%
sad 74%
challenging 56%
tense 49%
emotional 47%
reflective 45%
mysterious 43%
adventurous 8%
informative 3%
inspiring 2%
hopeful 1%

Pace

medium 55%
fast 35%
slow 8%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 48% | Character: 46% | N/A: 3% | Plot: 1%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 64% | Yes: 27% | No: 4% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 60% | No: 24% | Yes: 13% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 52% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 15% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 70% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 6% | N/A: 1%

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