Sworn Virgin by Elvira Dones

Sworn Virgin

Elvira Dones with Clarissa Botsford (Translator), Ismail Kadare (Contributor)

275 pages • first pub 2007 (editions)

fiction contemporary lgbtqia+ reflective slow-paced

Description

Elvira Dones tackles cultural and gender disorientation and identity while seamlessly expanding upon immigrant and emigrant status and the multiple levels of transition. Mark's decision to shake off her oath after fourteen years and to re-appropri...

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Community Reviews Summary of 87 reviews

Moods

emotional 81%
reflective 81%
informative 37%
sad 31%
tense 31%
challenging 18%
hopeful 18%
adventurous 12%
dark 12%
funny 12%
inspiring 6%
mysterious 6%

Pace

medium 68%
slow 25%
fast 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 80% | A mix: 20%

Strong character development?

Yes: 81% | It's complicated: 18%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 45% | Yes: 27% | No: 18% | N/A: 9%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 54% | Yes: 36% | No: 9%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 54% | It's complicated: 45%

Average rating

3.6

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