The Last Picture Show by Larry McMurtry

The Last Picture Show

The Last Picture Show #1

Larry McMurtry

280 pages • first pub 1966 (editions)

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This is one of McMurtry's most memorable novels - the basis for the film of the same name. Set in a small, dusty Texas town, it introduces Jacy, Duane and Sonny, teenagers stumbling towards adulthood, discovering the beguiling mysteries of sex and...

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Community Reviews Summary of 861 reviews

Moods

emotional 73%
sad 71%
reflective 65%
dark 30%
funny 26%
challenging 15%
adventurous 13%
tense 13%
lighthearted 4%
inspiring 2%
relaxing 2%

Pace

medium 54%
slow 31%
fast 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 87% | A mix: 10% | Plot: 2%

Strong character development?

Yes: 70% | It's complicated: 17% | No: 12%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 48% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 17%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 81% | Yes: 13% | It's complicated: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 17% | No: 5%

Average rating

3.87

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