The Cleft by Doris Lessing

The Cleft

Doris Lessing

272 pages first pub 2007 (editions)

fiction fantasy dark reflective slow-paced
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Doris Lessing invites us to imagine a mythical society free from sexual intrigue, free from jealousy, free from petty rivalries: a society free from men. An old Roman senator, contemplative at his late stage of life, embarks on what will likely be...

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Community Reviews Summary of 249 reviews

Moods

challenging 75%
mysterious 50%
dark 37%
reflective 37%
sad 37%
adventurous 12%
emotional 12%
informative 12%
inspiring 12%
tense 12%

Pace

slow 75%
medium 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

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

Strong character development?

No: 62% | Yes: 25% | It's complicated: 12%

Loveable characters?

No: 87% | It's complicated: 12%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 62% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 12% | Yes: 12%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 50% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 25%

Average rating

2.78

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