Still Life by A.S. Byatt

448 pages first pub 1985 (editions)

fiction historical literary reflective slow-paced

Description

Frederica Potter arrives at Cambridge University greedy for knowledge, sex and love. It isn’t long before she becomes infatuated with a mysterious and controlling poet. Back in Yorkshire, her sister Stephanie abandons academia and is confronted wi...

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Community Reviews Summary of 133 reviews

Moods

challenging 100%
emotional 100%
funny 100%
sad 100%
dark 50%
inspiring 50%
reflective 50%

Pace

slow 50%
medium 50%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.9

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