The Elephant Vanishes by Haruki Murakami

The Elephant Vanishes

Haruki Murakami

327 pages first pub 1993 (editions)

fiction literary magical realism short stories mysterious reflective medium-paced
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Includes the story Barn Burning which is now the basis for the major motion picture Burning In the tales that make up The Elephant Vanishes, the imaginative genius that has made Haruki Murakami an international superstar is on full display. In the...

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Moods

mysterious 74%
reflective 63%
funny 35%
lighthearted 24%
dark 22%
adventurous 19%
challenging 19%
emotional 19%
relaxing 12%
sad 8%
tense 6%
inspiring 5%
hopeful 4%
informative 1%

Pace

medium 60%
fast 20%
slow 19%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 45% | Character: 26% | Plot: 16% | N/A: 11%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 38% | No: 34% | N/A: 17% | Yes: 9%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 45% | No: 24% | Yes: 19% | N/A: 9%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 48% | Yes: 30% | N/A: 11% | It's complicated: 9%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 40% | It's complicated: 28% | No: 15% | N/A: 14%

Average rating

3.74

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