A Tale for the Time Being by Ruth Ozeki

A Tale for the Time Being

Ruth Ozeki

fiction contemporary literary magical realism emotional reflective sad medium-paced

missing page info | first published 2013

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Summary of 10122 reviews

Moods

reflective 79%
emotional 75%
sad 52%
dark 47%
challenging 38%
mysterious 37%
hopeful 34%
inspiring 23%
funny 19%
adventurous 15%
informative 14%
tense 13%
relaxing 3%
lighthearted 2%

Pace

medium 57%
slow 39%
fast 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 64% | A mix: 32% | Plot: 2%

Strong character development?

Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 70% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 79% | No: 8% | It's complicated: 7% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 78% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 6% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

4.18

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