In the Heart of the Country by J.M. Coetzee

In the Heart of the Country

J.M. Coetzee

139 pages missing pub info (editions)

fiction classics dark reflective slow-paced

Description

A story told in prose as feverishly rich as William Faulkner's, In the Heart of the Country is a work of irresistable power. J.M. Coetzee's latest novel, The Schooldays of Jesus, is now available from Viking. Late Essays: 2006-2016 will be availa...

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Community Reviews Summary of 121 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
challenging 60%
tense 60%
emotional 20%
mysterious 20%
reflective 20%

Pace

slow 50%
medium 25%
fast 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 66% | N/A: 33%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 66% | No: 33%

Loveable characters?

No: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.44

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