The Razor's Edge by W. Somerset Maugham

The Razor's Edge

W. Somerset Maugham

314 pages • first pub 1944 (editions)

fiction classics philosophy reflective medium-paced

Description

Larry Darrell is a young American in search of the absolute. The progress of this spiritual odyssey involves him with some of Maugham's most brillant characters - his fiancee Isabel, whose choice between love and wealth have lifelong repercussions...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,961 reviews

Moods

reflective 90%
inspiring 28%
challenging 22%
emotional 20%
adventurous 19%
hopeful 16%
funny 14%
lighthearted 13%
relaxing 10%
mysterious 8%
sad 8%
informative 7%
dark 4%
tense 2%

Pace

medium 59%
slow 34%
fast 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 85% | A mix: 13% | Plot: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 24% | No: 9%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 49% | It's complicated: 39% | No: 10%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 76% | Yes: 15% | It's complicated: 6% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 5%

Average rating

4.12

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