The Accidental Tourist by Anne Tyler

The Accidental Tourist

Anne Tyler

355 pages • first pub 1985 (editions)

fiction contemporary literary romance emotional reflective slow-paced

Description

This award-winning collection of adapted classic literature and original stories develops reading skills for low-beginning through advanced students. Accessible language and carefully controlled vocabulary build students' reading confidence. Intro...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,983 reviews

Moods

emotional 71%
reflective 67%
funny 45%
hopeful 43%
sad 32%
lighthearted 28%
relaxing 21%
challenging 8%
inspiring 8%
adventurous 6%
dark 6%
tense 4%
informative 2%

Pace

slow 55%
medium 42%
fast 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 84% | A mix: 13% | Plot: 2%

Strong character development?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 4%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 14% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 87% | Yes: 10% | It's complicated: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 87% | It's complicated: 5% | N/A: 5% | No: 2%

Average rating

3.62

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