Mr Pye by Mervyn Peake

Mr Pye

Mervyn Peake

256 pages first pub 1953 (editions)

fiction classics fantasy adventurous funny mysterious slow-paced
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Equipped with love, Mr Harold Pye lands on the island of Sark, his mission to convert the islanders into a crusading force for the undiluted goodness that he feels within. The extraordinary inhabitants of the island range from the formidable Miss ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 75 reviews

Moods

funny 85%
mysterious 71%
adventurous 57%
lighthearted 57%
reflective 57%
hopeful 42%
inspiring 28%
challenging 14%
emotional 14%
sad 14%

Pace

slow 57%
medium 28%
fast 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 50% | A mix: 50%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 75% | Yes: 25%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 75% | Yes: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Average rating

3.45

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