Ordinary Love and Good Will: Two Novellas by Jane Smiley

Ordinary Love and Good Will: Two Novellas

Jane Smiley

208 pages first pub 1989 (editions)

fiction contemporary short stories reflective slow-paced
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"Smiley's stories lucidly explore the complexities of contemporary sexual and dometic life...the emotional and moral complexity that she uncovers in the characters of these resonant novellas confirms Jane Smiley's singular talent. ORDINARY LOVE AN...

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Community Reviews Summary of 105 reviews

Moods

emotional 85%
reflective 85%
sad 42%
dark 28%
inspiring 28%
challenging 14%
hopeful 14%
relaxing 14%

Pace

slow 71%
medium 28%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 83% | A mix: 16%

Strong character development?

Yes: 66% | No: 16% | It's complicated: 16%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 50% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 60% | No: 40%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.68

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