The First Person and Other Stories by Ali Smith

The First Person and Other Stories

Ali Smith

207 pages first pub 2008 (editions)

fiction contemporary short stories mysterious reflective medium-paced

Description

, 'The First Person and other stories', ' effortlessly appeals to our hearts, heads and funny bones. Always intellectually playful, but also very moving and funny, Smith explores the ways and whys of storytelling.

Community Reviews Summary of 121 reviews

Moods

reflective 100%
emotional 60%
funny 60%
dark 20%
hopeful 20%
lighthearted 20%

Pace

medium 60%
slow 20%
fast 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 66% | Character: 33%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 80% | N/A: 20%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 75% | No: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 75% | No: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

N/A: 40% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 20% | Yes: 20%

Average rating

3.78

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