The Boys by Katie Hafner

The Boys

Katie Hafner

224 pages first pub 2022 (editions)

fiction literary emotional reflective fast-paced
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Description

When introverted Ethan Fawcett marries the vivacious Barb, he has every reason to believe he will be delivered from a lifetime of solitude. One day, Barb brings home two young brothers, Tommy and Sam, for them to foster, and when the pandemic hits...

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Community Reviews Summary of 245 reviews

Moods

emotional 78%
reflective 57%
sad 47%
hopeful 40%
funny 29%
mysterious 18%
adventurous 14%
challenging 13%
dark 13%
tense 11%
lighthearted 6%
informative 4%
inspiring 3%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 54%
fast 25%
slow 19%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 70% | A mix: 29%

Strong character development?

Yes: 73% | It's complicated: 19% | No: 7%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 54% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 18% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 64% | It's complicated: 20% | Yes: 12% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 91% | It's complicated: 8%

Average rating

3.66

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