Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout

286 pages first pub 2008 (editions)

fiction literary short stories emotional reflective medium-paced

Description

WINNER OF THE PULITZER PRIZE - The beloved first novel featuring Olive Kitteridge, from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Oprah's Book Club pick Olive, Again "Fiction lovers, remember this name: Olive Kitteridge. . . . You'll never f...

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Community Reviews Summary of 8,581 reviews

Moods

reflective 84%
emotional 78%
sad 51%
funny 23%
hopeful 23%
dark 17%
challenging 13%
inspiring 10%
lighthearted 6%
relaxing 6%
tense 4%

Pace

medium 55%
slow 41%
fast 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 90% | A mix: 8%

Strong character development?

Yes: 55% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 15% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 51% | Yes: 28% | No: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | Yes: 24% | It's complicated: 7% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 92% | It's complicated: 5% | No: 1%

Average rating

3.78

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