Afterdark by Haruki Murakami

Afterdark

Haruki Murakami

237 pages first pub 2004 (editions)

fiction contemporary literary magical realism mysterious reflective medium-paced

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Moods

mysterious 83%
reflective 65%
dark 47%
emotional 22%
adventurous 18%
relaxing 14%
tense 14%
challenging 8%
hopeful 7%
sad 6%
inspiring 5%
lighthearted 4%
funny 2%

Pace

medium 53%
fast 27%
slow 19%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 63% | A mix: 25% | Plot: 9% | N/A: 2%

Strong character development?

No: 36% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 25% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 59% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 11% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 45% | No: 35% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 41% | It's complicated: 29% | No: 24% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

3.84

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