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320 pages • first pub 1978 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: Not specified
Description
Tells the story of a woman from childhood to adulthood. The book begins in wartime Brighton and follows Praxis in her various personalities - whore, adulteress and finally murderer. It was shortlisted for the Booker Prize.
Community Reviews Summary of 47 reviews
Moods
emotional 66%
reflective 66%
sad 66%
challenging 33%
funny 33%
Pace
medium 33%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 100%Strong character development?
Yes: 100%Loveable characters?
No: 50% | Yes: 50%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 100%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 100%Average rating
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Graphic
Murder, Abortion, Sexism
320 pages • first pub 1978 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: Not specified
Description
Tells the story of a woman from childhood to adulthood. The book begins in wartime Brighton and follows Praxis in her various personalities - whore, adulteress and finally murderer. It was shortlisted for the Booker Prize.
Community Reviews Summary of 47 reviews
Moods
emotional 66%
reflective 66%
sad 66%
challenging 33%
funny 33%
Pace
medium 33%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 100%Strong character development?
Yes: 100%Loveable characters?
No: 50% | Yes: 50%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 100%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 100%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Murder, Abortion, Sexism