Charming Billy by Alice McDermott

Charming Billy

Alice McDermott

fiction contemporary reflective slow-paced

243 pages | first published 1998

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Billy Lynch's family and friends have gathered to comfort his widow, and to pay their respects to one of the last great romantics. As they trade tales of his famous humor, immense charm, and consuming sorrow, a complex portrait emerges of an enigm...
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Summary of 255 reviews

Moods

reflective 80%
emotional 40%
sad 40%
funny 20%

Pace

slow 60%
medium 40%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 75% | A mix: 25%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 60% | Yes: 40%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 40% | Yes: 40% | No: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 75% | Yes: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.41

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