An Unofficial Rose by Iris Murdoch

An Unofficial Rose

Iris Murdoch

320 pages first pub 1962 (editions)

fiction classics challenging reflective slow-paced
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Description

A complex Shakespearean comedy of intertwined relationships, as nine closely linked characters search for love.  After his wife's death, Hugh contemplates returning to his former mistress. His son, Randall, longs to abandon his shapeless marriage ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 75 reviews

Moods

reflective 66%
emotional 50%
funny 33%
adventurous 16%
challenging 16%
dark 16%
hopeful 16%
lighthearted 16%
mysterious 16%
relaxing 16%
sad 16%
tense 16%

Pace

medium 83%
slow 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 83% | Plot: 16%

Strong character development?

Yes: 60% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 20%

Loveable characters?

No: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.73

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