Behind the Door by Giorgio Bassani

150 pages first pub 1964 (editions)

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A novel about a young Jewish boy's corruption by an opportunistic newcomer to his high school in Ferrara, Italy. Translated from the Italian by William Weaver. A Helen and Kurt Wolff Book.
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Community Reviews Summary of 27 reviews

Moods

adventurous 66%
emotional 33%
hopeful 33%
reflective 33%
sad 33%
tense 33%

Pace

medium 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | N/A: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Average rating

3.88

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