fiction classics literary magical realism funny mysterious medium-paced

480 pages | first published 1966

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Mikhail Bulgakov's devastating satire of Soviet life was written during the darkest period of Stalin's regime. Combining two distinct yet interwoven parts—one set in ancient Jerusalem, one in contemporary Moscow—the novel veers from moods of wild ...
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Summary of 13018 reviews

Moods

funny 75%
mysterious 71%
adventurous 56%
dark 45%
challenging 33%
reflective 31%
lighthearted 12%
emotional 9%
tense 8%
inspiring 6%
hopeful 4%
informative 3%
sad 3%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 63%
slow 25%
fast 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 51% | Plot: 30% | Character: 16% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 40% | Yes: 31% | No: 24% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 52% | It's complicated: 29% | No: 16% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 49% | No: 26% | It's complicated: 19% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 51% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 19% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

4.16

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