Fireworks: Nine Profane Pieces by Angela Carter

Fireworks: Nine Profane Pieces

Angela Carter

160 pages first pub 1974 (editions)

fiction fantasy horror short stories adventurous mysterious slow-paced

Description

In this collection of nine short stories, Carter pinpoints the symbolism of city streets and weaves allegories around forests and jungles of strange and erotic landscapes of the imagination.

Community Reviews Summary of 142 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
mysterious 66%
reflective 50%
adventurous 33%
challenging 33%
emotional 16%

Pace

slow 66%
medium 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 71% | Character: 14% | N/A: 14%

Strong character development?

N/A: 28% | No: 28% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 14%

Loveable characters?

No: 71% | It's complicated: 14% | Yes: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 42% | Yes: 42% | It's complicated: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 42% | It's complicated: 28% | N/A: 14% | No: 14%

Average rating

3.56

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