Whisky Galore by Compton Mackenzie

304 pages first pub 1947 (editions)

fiction historical funny lighthearted slow-paced
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Description

It's 1943 and the war has brought rationing to the Hebridean islands of Great and Little Todday. When food is in short supply, it is bad enough, but when the whisky runs out, it looks like the end of the world.Morale is at rock bottom. George Camp...

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Community Reviews Summary of 48 reviews

Moods

funny 77%
lighthearted 66%
hopeful 33%
adventurous 22%
challenging 22%
emotional 22%
relaxing 11%

Pace

slow 62%
medium 37%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 50% | A mix: 33% | Character: 16%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 42% | No: 28% | Yes: 28%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 57% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 85% | Yes: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 42% | Yes: 42% | N/A: 14%

Average rating

3.51

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