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288 pages • first pub 2004 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781573223782
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Riverhead Books
Publication date: 03 February 2004
Description
The acclaimed debut short story collection that introduced the world to an arresting and unforgettable new voice in fiction, from multi-award winning author ZZ PackerHer impressive range and talent are abundantly evident: Packer dazzles with her c...
Community Reviews Summary of 920 reviews
Moods
emotional 62%
challenging 37%
sad 33%
dark 29%
funny 29%
tense 22%
hopeful 9%
inspiring 9%
adventurous 5%
informative 5%
relaxing 5%
lighthearted 3%
Pace
slow 21%
fast 13%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 55% | A mix: 37% | Plot: 5% | N/A: 2%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 52% | Yes: 32% | No: 10% | N/A: 5%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 43% | Yes: 36% | No: 17% | N/A: 2%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 94% | No: 2% | N/A: 2%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 63% | It's complicated: 28% | N/A: 5% | No: 2%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Sexual contentModerate
Adult/minor relationship, Racial slurs, Racism
288 pages • first pub 2004 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781573223782
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Riverhead Books
Publication date: 03 February 2004
Description
The acclaimed debut short story collection that introduced the world to an arresting and unforgettable new voice in fiction, from multi-award winning author ZZ PackerHer impressive range and talent are abundantly evident: Packer dazzles with her c...
Community Reviews Summary of 920 reviews
Moods
emotional 62%
challenging 37%
sad 33%
dark 29%
funny 29%
tense 22%
hopeful 9%
inspiring 9%
adventurous 5%
informative 5%
relaxing 5%
lighthearted 3%
Pace
slow 21%
fast 13%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 55% | A mix: 37% | Plot: 5% | N/A: 2%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 52% | Yes: 32% | No: 10% | N/A: 5%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 43% | Yes: 36% | No: 17% | N/A: 2%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 94% | No: 2% | N/A: 2%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 63% | It's complicated: 28% | N/A: 5% | No: 2%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Sexual contentModerate
Adult/minor relationship, Racial slurs, Racism