Paul Takes the Form of a Mortal Girl by Andrea Lawlor

Paul Takes the Form of a Mortal Girl

Andrea Lawlor

354 pages first pub 2017 (editions)

fiction fantasy lgbtqia+ adventurous challenging reflective medium-paced

Description

It’s 1993 and Paul Polydoris tends bar at the only gay club in a university town thrumming with politics and partying. He studies queer theory, has a dyke best friend, makes zines, and is a flâneur with a rich dating life. But Paul’s also got a se...

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Moods

funny 56%
reflective 53%
adventurous 51%
emotional 45%
challenging 26%
mysterious 25%
lighthearted 20%
sad 15%
dark 12%
hopeful 12%
inspiring 8%
informative 5%
tense 4%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 61%
slow 20%
fast 17%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 91% | A mix: 7% | Plot: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 47% | It's complicated: 37% | No: 15%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 42% | Yes: 42% | No: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 93% | It's complicated: 4% | No: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 76% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 4%

Average rating

3.91

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