So Much for That by Lionel Shriver

So Much for That

Lionel Shriver

560 pages • first pub 2010 (editions)

fiction contemporary emotional reflective slow-paced
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Description

Shep Knacker has long saved for "the Afterlife," an idyllic retreat in the Third World where his nest egg can last forever. Exasperated that his wife, Glynis, has concocted endless excuses why it's never the right time to go, Shep finally announce...

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Community Reviews Summary of 502 reviews

Moods

reflective 85%
funny 71%
emotional 57%
sad 57%
dark 42%
challenging 14%
hopeful 14%
informative 14%
inspiring 14%

Pace

medium 71%
slow 28%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 80% | A mix: 20%

Strong character development?

Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 40%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 60% | Yes: 40%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 40% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 20%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 60% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 20%

Average rating

3.63

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