Sealskin by Su Bristow

Sealskin

Su Bristow

276 pages first pub 2016 (editions)

fiction fantasy magical realism dark emotional mysterious medium-paced
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Description

Donald is a young fisherman, eking out a lonely living on the west coast of Scotland. One night he witnesses something miraculous, and makes a terrible mistake. His action changes lives—not only his own, but those of his family and the entire tigh...

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Community Reviews Summary of 235 reviews

Moods

dark 77%
mysterious 61%
emotional 44%
sad 38%
challenging 27%
reflective 16%
adventurous 11%
lighthearted 5%
relaxing 5%

Pace

medium 47%
fast 29%
slow 23%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Character: 37% | Plot: 12%

Strong character development?

Yes: 64% | No: 17% | It's complicated: 17%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 47% | Yes: 29% | No: 23%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 73% | Yes: 20% | It's complicated: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 88% | No: 11%

Average rating

3.61

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