fiction art contemporary lgbtqia+ challenging reflective medium-paced

460 pages | first published 2020

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A literary novel which follows present-day narrator Mathilda's fixation with the forgotten black Scottish modernist poet, Hermia Druitt, LOTE is an exploration of aesthetics, Beauty, and the ephemeral realm in which they exist.

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Summary of 276 reviews

Moods

mysterious 78%
reflective 62%
challenging 48%
funny 36%
informative 28%
adventurous 25%
inspiring 23%
emotional 13%
dark 12%
hopeful 11%
tense 8%
sad 7%
lighthearted 2%

Pace

slow 54%
medium 42%
fast 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 51% | A mix: 37% | Plot: 10%

Strong character development?

Yes: 56% | It's complicated: 30% | No: 11% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 53% | It's complicated: 34% | No: 12%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 98% | It's complicated: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 46% | It's complicated: 31% | No: 20% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

4.2

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