The World to Come by Dara Horn

The World to Come

Dara Horn

336 pages • first pub 2006 (editions)

fiction historical magical realism emotional reflective slow-paced
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Description

A million-dollar Chagall is stolen from a museum during a singles' cocktail hour. The unlikely thief, former child prodigy Benjamin Ziskind, is convinced that the painting once hung in his parents' living room. This work of art opens a door throug...

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Community Reviews Summary of 680 reviews

Moods

reflective 86%
emotional 77%
sad 54%
hopeful 45%
dark 36%
inspiring 36%
mysterious 36%
adventurous 31%
challenging 22%
informative 22%
funny 9%
lighthearted 4%
tense 4%

Pace

medium 56%
slow 34%
fast 8%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 47% | Character: 41% | Plot: 11%

Strong character development?

Yes: 76% | It's complicated: 23%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 55% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 11%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 25% | Yes: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 53% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 6% | N/A: 6%

Average rating

3.82

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