Clash of Civilizations Over an Elevator in Piazza Vittorio by Amara Lakhous

Clash of Civilizations Over an Elevator in Piazza Vittorio

Amara Lakhous with Ann Goldstein (Translator)

fiction mystery challenging mysterious reflective medium-paced

144 pages | first published 2006

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A small culturally mixed community living an apartment building in the center of Rome is thrown into disarray when one of the neighbors is murdered. An investigation ensues and as each of the victim’s neighbors is questioned, the reader is offered...
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Summary of 233 reviews

Moods

mysterious 75%
reflective 62%
funny 59%
emotional 28%
informative 25%
challenging 18%
sad 18%
lighthearted 15%
dark 12%
adventurous 6%
relaxing 6%
inspiring 3%
tense 3%

Pace

fast 65%
medium 28%
slow 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 65% | A mix: 34%

Strong character development?

No: 60% | Yes: 17% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 8%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 43% | It's complicated: 39% | No: 17%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 63% | No: 22% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

3.74

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