fiction classics historical emotional reflective slow-paced

246 pages | first published 1955

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Bridge, an inspired novel set in the years around World War II that testified to the sapping ennui of an unexamined suburban life. India Bridge, the title character, has three children and a meticulous workaholic husband. She defends her dainty, u...
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Summary of 287 reviews

Moods

reflective 85%
sad 55%
dark 45%
emotional 45%
challenging 30%
funny 30%
mysterious 10%
tense 10%
hopeful 5%
lighthearted 5%

Pace

medium 61%
fast 23%
slow 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 88% | A mix: 11%

Strong character development?

Yes: 38% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 27%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 66% | No: 27% | N/A: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 87% | It's complicated: 12%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 88% | It's complicated: 11%

Average rating

4.12

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