Chemistry by Weike Wang

Chemistry

Weike Wang

fiction contemporary literary emotional funny reflective medium-paced

224 pages | first published 2017

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At first glance, the quirky, overworked narrator of Weike Wang’s debut novel seems to be on the cusp of a perfect life: she is studying for a prestigious PhD in chemistry that will make her Chinese parents proud (or at least satisfied), and her su...
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Summary of 2701 reviews

Moods

reflective 79%
emotional 66%
funny 47%
sad 31%
hopeful 20%
challenging 14%
dark 14%
informative 8%
inspiring 8%
lighthearted 7%
tense 4%
adventurous 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 48%
fast 32%
slow 18%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 92% | A mix: 6%

Strong character development?

Yes: 56% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 9%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 49% | It's complicated: 36% | No: 13%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 80% | No: 8% | It's complicated: 7% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 9%

Average rating

3.79

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