The Happy Couple by Naoise Dolan

The Happy Couple

Naoise Dolan

288 pages • first pub 2023 (editions)

fiction contemporary lgbtqia+ emotional lighthearted reflective medium-paced

Description

An intimate, sharply funny novel about a couple heading toward their wedding, and the three friends who may draw them apartMeet Celine and Luke. For all intents and purposes, the happy couple.Luke (a serial cheater) and Celine (more inter­ested in...

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Community Reviews Summary of 440 reviews

Moods

reflective 70%
funny 63%
emotional 54%
lighthearted 32%
sad 18%
hopeful 10%
challenging 5%
relaxing 5%
mysterious 4%
tense 4%
dark 3%
adventurous 1%
inspiring 1%

Pace

medium 47%
fast 45%
slow 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 79% | A mix: 17% | Plot: 2%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 42% | Yes: 32% | No: 25%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 46% | No: 33% | Yes: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 80% | No: 11% | It's complicated: 5% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 98%

Average rating

3.77

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