fiction classics historical challenging reflective slow-paced

249 pages | first published 1942

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Originally published in 1942 and now rediscovered to international acclaim, this taut and exquisitely structured novel by the Hungarian master Sandor Marai conjures the melancholy glamour of a decaying empire and the disillusioned wisdom of its la...
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Summary of 1011 reviews

Moods

reflective 87%
emotional 52%
mysterious 41%
sad 31%
dark 29%
tense 23%
challenging 16%
inspiring 5%
relaxing 4%
adventurous 2%

Pace

slow 61%
medium 34%
fast 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 77% | A mix: 15% | Plot: 7%

Strong character development?

No: 36% | It's complicated: 35% | Yes: 28%

Loveable characters?

No: 51% | It's complicated: 31% | Yes: 13% | N/A: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 83% | Yes: 9% | It's complicated: 5% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 79% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 3% | No: 3%

Average rating

3.78

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