The Land of Short Sentences by Stine Pilgaard

The Land of Short Sentences

Stine Pilgaard with Hunter Simpson (Translator)

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272 pages | first published 2020

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Where small talk is a big deal A young woman relocates to an outlying community in West Jutland, Denmark, and is forced to find her way, not only in the bewildering environment of the residential Folk High School where her partner has been hired ...
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Summary of 244 reviews

Moods

funny 82%
reflective 65%
lighthearted 59%
hopeful 44%
inspiring 27%
emotional 25%
relaxing 25%
challenging 6%
informative 2%
mysterious 2%

Pace

medium 47%
fast 31%
slow 21%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 92% | A mix: 7%

Strong character development?

Yes: 44% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 27%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 82% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 76% | N/A: 8% | Yes: 8% | It's complicated: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 86% | It's complicated: 13%

Average rating

3.93

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