The English Understand Wool by Helen DeWitt

The English Understand Wool

Helen DeWitt

69 pages • first pub 2022 (editions)

fiction literary challenging reflective medium-paced
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"Maman was exigeante--there is no English word-and I had the benefit of her training. Others may not be so fortunate. If some other young girl, with two million dollars at stake, finds this of use I shall count myself justified."Raised in Marrakec...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,046 reviews

Moods

funny 67%
mysterious 57%
reflective 28%
lighthearted 22%
challenging 16%
dark 13%
adventurous 11%
tense 5%
emotional 4%
informative 4%
inspiring 4%
relaxing 3%
sad 2%
hopeful 1%

Pace

fast 70%
medium 24%
slow 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 41% | Character: 39% | Plot: 17% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 27% | Yes: 19% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 44% | Yes: 29% | No: 24%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 71% | Yes: 15% | It's complicated: 8% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 40% | It's complicated: 31% | No: 25% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

4.13

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