In the Eyes of Mr Fury by Philip Ridley

In the Eyes of Mr Fury

Philip Ridley

192 pages first pub 1989 (editions)

fiction fantasy lgbtqia+ young adult adventurous hopeful mysterious medium-paced

Description

This is a first novel, about growing up in London, which centres round the moment when the local bogey man, who the children have been terrified of, dies. His death releases passions that have been supressed in the street for many years.
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Community Reviews Summary of 30 reviews

Moods

dark 60%
emotional 60%
mysterious 60%
adventurous 40%
hopeful 40%
tense 40%
challenging 20%
funny 20%
informative 20%
inspiring 20%
lighthearted 20%
reflective 20%
relaxing 20%

Pace

medium 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 60% | A mix: 40%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 80% | No: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 75% | No: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 25% | Yes: 25%

Average rating

4.28

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