Parasol Against the Axe by Helen Oyeyemi

Parasol Against the Axe

Helen Oyeyemi

272 pages • first pub 2024 (editions)

fiction fantasy literary challenging mysterious medium-paced
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The new novel from the Goldsmiths Prize-shortlisted author Helen Oyeyemi.Oyeyemi treats you to a kaleidoscopic weekend in Prague, as dazzling as it is effortlessly unique. Get lost in the story like you would an unfamiliar city and let it reward y...

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Community Reviews Summary of 112 reviews

Moods

mysterious 91%
challenging 75%
adventurous 42%
funny 28%
reflective 28%
lighthearted 10%
dark 8%
tense 7%
sad 1%

Pace

medium 71%
slow 23%
fast 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 52% | Character: 41% | N/A: 6%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 55% | No: 31% | Yes: 12%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 44% | No: 37% | Yes: 15% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 4% | No: 2% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 46% | It's complicated: 43% | No: 9%

Average rating

3.62

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