Great Expectations by Charles Dickens

Great Expectations

Charles Dickens

508 pages first pub 1861 (editions)

fiction classics mysterious slow-paced

Description

An unknown benefactor provides Philip Pirrip with the chance to escape his poor upbringing. Aspiring to be a gentleman, and encouraged by his expectations of wealth, he abandons his friends and moves to London. His expectations prove to be unfound...

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Moods

mysterious 50%
reflective 48%
emotional 42%
adventurous 35%
challenging 29%
sad 23%
dark 22%
funny 19%
hopeful 16%
tense 14%
inspiring 11%
lighthearted 6%
informative 2%
relaxing 1%

Pace

slow 72%
medium 25%
fast 1%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 47% | A mix: 39% | Plot: 12%

Strong character development?

Yes: 86% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 5%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 47% | It's complicated: 28% | No: 22% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | Yes: 20% | It's complicated: 7% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 82% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 5%

Average rating

3.52

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