Lily and the Octopus by Steven Rowley

Lily and the Octopus

Steven Rowley

320 pages • first pub 2016 (editions)

fiction contemporary lgbtqia+ emotional medium-paced

Description

Combining the emotional depth of The Art of Racing in the Rain with the magical spirit of The Life of Pi, Lily and the Octopus is an epic adventure of the heart.When you sit down with Lily and the Octopus, you will be taken on an unforgettable rid...

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Community Reviews Summary of 3,060 reviews

Moods

emotional 91%
sad 76%
funny 47%
reflective 40%
hopeful 24%
adventurous 18%
inspiring 16%
lighthearted 10%
dark 7%
challenging 5%
relaxing 2%
tense 2%

Pace

medium 72%
fast 15%
slow 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 75% | A mix: 16% | Plot: 7%

Strong character development?

Yes: 73% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 8%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 81% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 48% | No: 29% | It's complicated: 19% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 15%

Average rating

3.76

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