Girls at War & Other stories by Chinua Achebe

Girls at War & Other stories

Chinua Achebe

120 pages first pub 1972 (editions)

fiction short stories reflective medium-paced

Description

The Nigerian writer deals with various aspects of African life, paying special attention to the tragic effects of the war between Nigeria and Biafra

Community Reviews Summary of 141 reviews

Moods

reflective 60%
emotional 46%
dark 33%
challenging 26%
hopeful 26%
sad 26%
adventurous 20%
lighthearted 13%
inspiring 6%
relaxing 6%
tense 6%

Pace

medium 53%
fast 40%
slow 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 33% | Character: 33% | N/A: 16% | Plot: 16%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 41% | Yes: 33% | N/A: 16% | No: 8%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 45% | Yes: 36% | N/A: 9% | No: 9%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 45% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 18% | No: 18%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 27% | No: 27% | Yes: 27% | N/A: 18%

Average rating

3.63

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