The Bell by Iris Murdoch

The Bell

Iris Murdoch

368 pages first pub 1958 (editions)

fiction classics reflective slow-paced
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'In this holy community she would play the witch.' Imber Court is a quiet haven for lost souls, a utopia for those who can neither live in the world, nor out of it. But beneath the gentle daily routines of this community run currents of supressed ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 864 reviews

Moods

reflective 78%
mysterious 46%
emotional 40%
dark 26%
challenging 25%
tense 21%
funny 19%
sad 17%
hopeful 9%
adventurous 7%
relaxing 5%
inspiring 4%
lighthearted 3%
informative 2%

Pace

slow 54%
medium 42%
fast 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 64% | A mix: 32% | Plot: 3%

Strong character development?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 4%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 45% | Yes: 35% | No: 19%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 47% | Yes: 36% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 1%

Average rating

3.93

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