Tenth of December by George Saunders

Tenth of December

George Saunders

251 pages first pub 2013 (editions)

fiction contemporary short stories emotional reflective medium-paced
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One of the most important and blazingly original writers of his generation, George Saunders is an undisputed master of the short story, and Tenth of December is his most honest, accessible, and moving collection yet.In the taut opening, "Victory L...

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Moods

dark 64%
reflective 60%
funny 58%
emotional 47%
challenging 35%
sad 23%
mysterious 20%
adventurous 15%
tense 15%
hopeful 14%
inspiring 10%
lighthearted 9%
informative 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 59%
fast 29%
slow 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Character: 33% | Plot: 9% | N/A: 5%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 35% | Yes: 35% | N/A: 17% | No: 12%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 46% | Yes: 29% | No: 15% | N/A: 8%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 40% | No: 35% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 8%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 6% | No: 3%

Average rating

3.98

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