fiction short stories adventurous reflective slow-paced

344 pages | first published 2011

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The Granta Book of the African Short Story introduces a group of African writers described by its editor, Helon Habila, as 'the post-nationalist generation'. Presenting a diverse and dazzling collection from all over the continent - from Morocco t...
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Summary of 32 reviews

Moods

adventurous 75%
challenging 75%
informative 75%
reflective 75%
dark 50%
emotional 50%
mysterious 50%
sad 50%
tense 50%
funny 25%
inspiring 25%
relaxing 25%

Pace

medium 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

N/A: 50% | Yes: 50%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | N/A: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

N/A: 50% | Yes: 50%

Average rating

3.76

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