From a Low and Quiet Sea by Donal Ryan

From a Low and Quiet Sea

Donal Ryan

192 pages first pub 2018 (editions)

fiction contemporary literary reflective slow-paced
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Farouk’s country has been torn apart by war.Lampy’s heart has been laid waste by Chloe.John’s past torments him as he nears his end.The refugee. The dreamer. The penitent. From war-torn Syria to small-town Ireland, three men, scarred by all they h...

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Community Reviews Summary of 828 reviews

Moods

reflective 83%
emotional 79%
sad 50%
dark 30%
challenging 26%
tense 15%
mysterious 9%
funny 7%
hopeful 7%
adventurous 3%
informative 3%
inspiring 3%
relaxing 1%

Pace

slow 56%
medium 38%
fast 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 87% | A mix: 12%

Strong character development?

Yes: 41% | No: 37% | It's complicated: 20%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 44% | No: 28% | Yes: 24% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 68% | No: 18% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 65% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 10% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.69

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