Fear of Flying by Erica Jong

Fear of Flying

Erica Jong

fiction classics erotica feminism challenging funny reflective slow-paced

480 pages | first published 1973

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The 30th Anniversary special Originally published in 1973, the ground-breaking, uninhibited story of Isadora Wing and her desire to fly free caused a national sensation--and sold more than twelve million copies. Now, after thirty years, the iconic...
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Summary of 931 reviews

Moods

funny 76%
reflective 63%
adventurous 42%
emotional 39%
challenging 23%
inspiring 15%
sad 13%
lighthearted 10%
dark 7%
relaxing 7%
hopeful 5%
informative 5%
tense 2%

Pace

medium 57%
slow 22%
fast 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 81% | A mix: 14% | Plot: 3%

Strong character development?

Yes: 58% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 13%

Loveable characters?

No: 41% | It's complicated: 31% | Yes: 27%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 64% | It's complicated: 20% | Yes: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 7%

Average rating

3.37

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