The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri

The Namesake

Jhumpa Lahiri with Sarita Choudhury (Narrator)

10 hours, 10 minutes • first pub 2003 (editions)

fiction contemporary literary emotional reflective medium-paced

Description

When an Indian family immigrates to America, their son must come to terms with his unusual name, American culture and family heritage.

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Moods

reflective 84%
emotional 80%
sad 30%
hopeful 23%
inspiring 16%
informative 9%
challenging 8%
adventurous 7%
lighthearted 6%
relaxing 6%
tense 5%
funny 3%
dark 2%

Pace

medium 63%
slow 28%
fast 8%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 81% | A mix: 15% | Plot: 3%

Strong character development?

Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 64% | It's complicated: 26% | No: 8%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 89% | No: 6% | It's complicated: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 70% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 9% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.99

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