The Unfortunate Importance of Beauty by Amanda Filipacchi

The Unfortunate Importance of Beauty

Amanda Filipacchi

336 pages • first pub 2015 (editions)

fiction contemporary magical realism mystery mysterious fast-paced
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"A sure comic touch . . . smart and sweet . . . a tribute to the pleasures of friendship." —The New YorkerIn the heart of New York City, a group of artistic friends struggles with society's standards of beauty. At the center are Barb and Lily, two...

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Community Reviews Summary of 612 reviews

Moods

mysterious 63%
funny 50%
emotional 36%
reflective 36%
dark 28%
sad 15%
lighthearted 14%
challenging 12%
tense 12%
hopeful 7%
adventurous 5%
informative 3%
inspiring 3%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 54%
fast 40%
slow 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 52% | Character: 33% | Plot: 13%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 44% | Yes: 40% | No: 14% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 44% | No: 34% | Yes: 21%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | Yes: 13% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 94% | It's complicated: 3% | No: 1%

Average rating

3.12

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