Apple and Knife by Intan Paramaditha

Apple and Knife

Intan Paramaditha with Stephen J. Epstein (Translator)

192 pages first pub 2018 (editions)

fiction horror short stories dark medium-paced

Description

A dazzling, provocative debut story collection from celebrated Indonesian writer Intan Paramaditha, putting fierce female characters centre stage in brilliantly funny and sharp twists on fairy tale. Inspired by horror fiction, myths and fairy t...

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Community Reviews Summary of 173 reviews

Moods

dark 96%
mysterious 65%
tense 31%
challenging 27%
reflective 27%
adventurous 10%
funny 10%
emotional 6%

Pace

medium 52%
fast 40%
slow 8%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 29% | Character: 23% | N/A: 23% | Plot: 23%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 41% | No: 35% | N/A: 23%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 56% | No: 43%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 68% | N/A: 12% | No: 12% | It's complicated: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 68% | N/A: 18% | No: 12%

Average rating

3.54

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