Delta of Venus by Anaïs Nin

Delta of Venus

Anaïs Nin

225 pages first pub 1969 (editions)

fiction classics erotica short stories challenging reflective slow-paced

Description

In "Delta of Venus", Anais Nin conjures up a glittering cascade of sexual encounters. Creating her own 'language of the senses', she explores an area that was previously the domain of male writers and brings to it her own unique perceptions. Her v...

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Moods

dark 53%
challenging 35%
adventurous 34%
tense 26%
mysterious 25%
emotional 22%
reflective 20%
lighthearted 11%
relaxing 8%
funny 7%
informative 4%
inspiring 1%
sad 1%

Pace

medium 55%
fast 25%
slow 19%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 40% | A mix: 25% | Plot: 24% | N/A: 9%

Strong character development?

No: 54% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 18% | Yes: 1%

Loveable characters?

No: 52% | It's complicated: 38% | N/A: 7% | Yes: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 46% | It's complicated: 30% | No: 16% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 40% | Yes: 26% | No: 23% | N/A: 9%

Average rating

3.42

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