Stay with Me by Ayọ̀bámi Adébáyọ̀

298 pages first pub 2017 (editions)

fiction contemporary historical literary emotional reflective sad medium-paced
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This celebrated, unforgettable first novel (“A bright, big-hearted demonstration of female spirit.” –The Guardian), shortlisted for the prestigious Women's Prize for Fiction and set in Nigeria, gives voice to both husband and wife as they tell the...

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Community Reviews Summary of 8,218 reviews

Moods

emotional 91%
sad 76%
reflective 43%
challenging 31%
dark 27%
tense 25%
hopeful 14%
mysterious 7%
informative 6%
inspiring 3%
adventurous 2%
funny 2%

Pace

medium 64%
fast 22%
slow 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 47% | Character: 43% | Plot: 8%

Strong character development?

Yes: 64% | It's complicated: 26% | No: 7%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 53% | Yes: 27% | No: 18%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 69% | No: 18% | It's complicated: 6% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 6%

Average rating

4.08

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