Ladder of Years by Anne Tyler

Ladder of Years

Anne Tyler

406 pages first pub 1995 (editions)

fiction contemporary reflective slow-paced

Description

Married with three almost-grown children, Delia Grinstead has vanished without trace or reason. But for Delia, walking away from it all is an impulse that will lead her into a new, exciting, and unimagined life. Chosen by "Time" magazine as One of...

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Community Reviews Summary of 493 reviews

Moods

reflective 92%
emotional 64%
lighthearted 28%
funny 21%
relaxing 21%
sad 21%
adventurous 7%
challenging 7%
hopeful 7%
inspiring 7%

Pace

slow 50%
medium 33%
fast 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 81% | A mix: 18%

Strong character development?

Yes: 70% | It's complicated: 30%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 60% | Yes: 40%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 85% | Yes: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 12%

Average rating

3.63

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