Against the Grain (A Rebours). by Joris-Karl Huysmans
Against the Grain (A Rebours).
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Joris-Karl Huysmans
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Against the Grain (A Rebours).

Joris-Karl Huysmans

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fiction classics literary challenging reflective slow-paced
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Because of his extreme sensitivity to the absurd and grotesque in human affairs, the protagonist of this masterpiece of decadence has estranged himself from society and savors the most bizarre aspects of human existence in his quest for novelty. T...

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Moods

reflective 74%
challenging 50%
dark 25%
funny 22%
informative 22%
mysterious 14%
sad 10%
emotional 8%
inspiring 8%
adventurous 4%
lighthearted 4%
relaxing 4%
tense 2%

Pace

slow 83%
medium 15%
fast 1%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 79% | N/A: 14% | A mix: 5%

Strong character development?

No: 58% | It's complicated: 22% | Yes: 18%

Loveable characters?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 22% | Yes: 9% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 96% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 78% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 5% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.53

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