The Suitcase by Sergei Dovlatov

The Suitcase

Sergei Dovlatov

146 pages first pub 1986 (editions)

fiction short stories funny reflective fast-paced

Description

Sergei Dovlatov's subtle, dark–edged humor and wry observations are in full force in The Suitcase as he examines eight objects—the items he brought with him in his luggage upon his emigration from the U.S.S.R. These seemingly undistinguished posse...

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Community Reviews Summary of 354 reviews

Moods

funny 84%
lighthearted 42%
adventurous 38%
reflective 38%
relaxing 15%
dark 11%
hopeful 11%
emotional 7%
inspiring 7%
tense 3%

Pace

fast 74%
medium 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 47% | Character: 29% | Plot: 17% | N/A: 5%

Strong character development?

No: 58% | It's complicated: 29% | N/A: 5% | Yes: 5%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 70% | No: 17% | It's complicated: 5% | N/A: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 35% | No: 29% | It's complicated: 23% | N/A: 11%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 37% | It's complicated: 31% | No: 18% | N/A: 12%

Average rating

4.14

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