Piranesi by Susanna Clarke

Piranesi

Susanna Clarke

fiction fantasy literary adventurous mysterious reflective medium-paced

245 pages | first published 2020

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New York Times Bestseller From the New York Times bestselling author of Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell, an intoxicating, hypnotic new novel set in a dreamlike alternative reality.Piranesi's house is no ordinary building: its rooms are infinite,...
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Summary of 27263 reviews

Moods

mysterious 91%
reflective 53%
adventurous 52%
dark 27%
emotional 23%
challenging 22%
hopeful 18%
tense 15%
sad 13%
inspiring 12%
relaxing 6%
funny 4%
lighthearted 3%
informative 1%

Pace

medium 60%
slow 21%
fast 18%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 49% | A mix: 41% | Plot: 9%

Strong character development?

Yes: 63% | It's complicated: 29% | No: 6%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 70% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 52% | Yes: 19% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 34% | Yes: 31% | No: 30% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

4.34

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