Lala by Jacek Dehnel

Lala

Jacek Dehnel with Antonia Lloyd-Jones (Translator)

336 pages first pub 2006 (editions)

fiction contemporary reflective slow-paced

Description

A lyrical and moving Polish family saga set against the turbulent backdrop of twentieth-century Europe Lala has lived a dazzling life. Born in Poland just after the First World War and brought up to be a perfect example of her class and generation...

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Community Reviews Summary of 70 reviews

Moods

reflective 100%
emotional 75%
sad 50%
challenging 25%
funny 25%
hopeful 25%
informative 25%
lighthearted 25%

Pace

slow 66%
medium 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

No: 66% | N/A: 33%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 66% | Yes: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 66% | N/A: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 100%

Average rating

3.87

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