Ghosts by Paul Auster

96 pages first pub 1986 (editions)

fiction mystery challenging mysterious slow-paced

Description

The second book in the acclaimed New York Trilogy--a detective story that becomes a haunting and eerie exploration of identity and deception. It is a story of hidden violence that culminates in an inevitable but unexpectedly shattering climax.

Community Reviews Summary of 110 reviews

Moods

mysterious 100%
dark 40%
tense 40%
challenging 30%
reflective 30%
adventurous 20%
emotional 20%
sad 20%

Pace

slow 40%
medium 30%
fast 30%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 42% | A mix: 28% | Plot: 28%

Strong character development?

No: 37% | Yes: 37% | It's complicated: 25%

Loveable characters?

No: 75% | It's complicated: 12% | Yes: 12%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 87% | N/A: 12%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Average rating

3.52

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