Summer Crossing: A Novel by Truman Capote

Summer Crossing: A Novel

Truman Capote

142 pages first pub 2005 (editions)

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A lost treasure only recently found, Truman Capote's Summer Crossing is a precocious, confident first novel from one of the twentieth century's greatest writers.Set in New York just after World War II, the story follows a young carefree socialite,...

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Moods

reflective 63%
emotional 47%
sad 32%
dark 24%
lighthearted 16%
tense 13%
adventurous 10%
funny 7%
mysterious 7%
relaxing 7%
challenging 5%
hopeful 4%
inspiring 2%

Pace

medium 43%
fast 33%
slow 23%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 73% | A mix: 18% | Plot: 7%

Strong character development?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 19% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

No: 47% | It's complicated: 34% | Yes: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 63% | Yes: 21% | It's complicated: 13%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 79% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 8% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.41

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