Portnoy's Complaint by Philip Roth

Portnoy's Complaint

Philip Roth

274 pages • first pub 1969 (editions)

fiction classics literary funny reflective medium-paced

Description

The famous confession of Alexander Portnoy, who is thrust through life by his unappeasable sexuality, yet held back at the same time by the iron grip of his unforgettable childhood. Hilariously funny, boldly intimate, startlingly candid, Portnoy’s...

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Moods

funny 83%
reflective 54%
dark 29%
challenging 25%
lighthearted 16%
sad 14%
emotional 10%
relaxing 6%
tense 4%

Pace

medium 65%
slow 19%
fast 15%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 97% | A mix: 2%

Strong character development?

No: 42% | Yes: 30% | It's complicated: 27%

Loveable characters?

No: 61% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 9%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 64% | It's complicated: 21% | Yes: 10% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 93% | It's complicated: 4% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.49

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