Consequences by Penelope Lively

Consequences

Penelope Lively

305 pages first pub 2007 (editions)

fiction contemporary historical literary emotional reflective slow-paced
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Description

A hugely satisfying and romantic novel, plotting the lives of three generations of twentieth-century women Destinies can change in an instant.In 1935, privileged misfit Lorna meets the love of her life. Falling for a pennyless and bohemian artist,...

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Community Reviews Summary of 132 reviews

Moods

emotional 100%
reflective 100%
hopeful 57%
sad 42%
inspiring 28%
adventurous 14%
tense 14%

Pace

medium 71%
fast 14%
slow 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 80% | Plot: 20%

Strong character development?

Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 40%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 40% | Yes: 40% | It's complicated: 20%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 50%

Average rating

3.44

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