The Mandibles: A Family, 2029–2047 by Lionel Shriver

The Mandibles: A Family, 2029–2047

Lionel Shriver

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fiction dystopian challenging reflective slow-paced

Description

The year is 2029, and nothing is as it should be. The very essence of American life, the dollar, is under attack. In a coordinated move by the rest of the world’s governments, the dollar loses all its value. The American President declares that th...

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Community Reviews Summary of 188 reviews

Moods

dark 64%
challenging 57%
reflective 42%
adventurous 28%
funny 21%
hopeful 14%
informative 14%
sad 14%
tense 14%
emotional 7%
inspiring 7%
lighthearted 7%

Pace

slow 61%
medium 38%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 37% | Character: 37% | N/A: 12% | Plot: 12%

Strong character development?

Yes: 55% | It's complicated: 22% | No: 22%

Loveable characters?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 30% | Yes: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 44% | Yes: 44% | It's complicated: 11%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 62% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 12%

Average rating

3.5

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