The Careful Undressing of Love by Corey Ann Haydu

The Careful Undressing of Love

Corey Ann Haydu

288 pages first pub 2017 (editions)

fiction contemporary magical realism young adult emotional slow-paced
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The girls of Devonairre Street have always been told they’re cursed. Any boy they love is certain to die too soon. But this is Brooklyn in 2008, and the curse is less a terror and more a lifestyle accessory—something funky and quaint that makes th...

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Community Reviews Summary of 313 reviews

Moods

emotional 61%
reflective 53%
dark 38%
mysterious 38%
tense 38%
challenging 30%
sad 30%
inspiring 7%

Pace

medium 63%
slow 36%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 57% | Character: 42%

Strong character development?

No: 44% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 22%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 55% | No: 22% | Yes: 22%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 75% | No: 12% | It's complicated: 12%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 14%

Average rating

3.32

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