Gigi by Colette

Gigi

Colette

182 pages first pub 1944 (editions)

fiction classics short stories dark emotional sad slow-paced

Description

'He must know by now, I should think, that I can give as good as I get!'This is the story of Gigi, educated as a future courtesan in Paris, her days are filled with cigars, lobster, lace and superstitions. Bored and unconvinced by what she's taugh...

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Community Reviews Summary of 348 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 58%
funny 56%
reflective 43%
emotional 26%
dark 17%
relaxing 12%
tense 12%
sad 9%
hopeful 7%
adventurous 4%
challenging 4%
inspiring 4%
mysterious 4%

Pace

medium 41%
fast 30%
slow 27%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 67% | A mix: 26% | N/A: 2% | Plot: 2%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 40% | No: 34% | Yes: 22% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 41% | No: 30% | Yes: 25% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 78% | N/A: 12% | Yes: 6% | It's complicated: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 55% | It's complicated: 35% | No: 5% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.45

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