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187 pages • first pub 1959 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780140017830
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Publication date: Not specified
Billy Liar by Keith Waterhouse is a witty and poignant coming-of-age tale that will resonate with readers who have ever felt trapped in their circumstances, seeking escape and self-discovery, and will appreciate the humor and poignancy of a relatable protagonist's journey to find his true identity.
Description
Billy Liar captures brilliantly the claustrophobic atmosphere of a small town. It tells the story of Billy Fisher, a Yorkshire teenager unable to stop lying - especially to his three girlfriends. Trapped by his boring job and working-class parents...
Community Reviews Summary of 221 reviews
Moods
lighthearted 58%
reflective 50%
sad 33%
adventurous 16%
emotional 16%
informative 8%
Pace
slow 33%
fast 25%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 75% | A mix: 25%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 66% | No: 25% | Yes: 8%Loveable characters?
No: 58% | It's complicated: 33% | N/A: 8%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 91% | N/A: 8%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 100%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Bullying, Death, Sexual contentModerate
Cursing, Emotional abuse, Sexual assault187 pages • first pub 1959 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780140017830
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Publication date: Not specified
Billy Liar by Keith Waterhouse is a witty and poignant coming-of-age tale that will resonate with readers who have ever felt trapped in their circumstances, seeking escape and self-discovery, and will appreciate the humor and poignancy of a relatable protagonist's journey to find his true identity.
Description
Billy Liar captures brilliantly the claustrophobic atmosphere of a small town. It tells the story of Billy Fisher, a Yorkshire teenager unable to stop lying - especially to his three girlfriends. Trapped by his boring job and working-class parents...
Community Reviews Summary of 221 reviews
Moods
lighthearted 58%
reflective 50%
sad 33%
adventurous 16%
emotional 16%
informative 8%
Pace
slow 33%
fast 25%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 75% | A mix: 25%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 66% | No: 25% | Yes: 8%Loveable characters?
No: 58% | It's complicated: 33% | N/A: 8%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 91% | N/A: 8%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 100%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Bullying, Death, Sexual contentModerate
Cursing, Emotional abuse, Sexual assault