The Understory by Saneh Sangsuk

The Understory

Saneh Sangsuk with Mui Poopoksakul (Translator)

320 pages first pub 2003 (editions)

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A novel of man's relationship with nature, power, and the vitality of storytelling, from beloved Thai author Saneh Sangsuk.The lovable, yarnspinning monk Luang Paw Tien, now in his nineties, is the last person in his village to bear witness to the...

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Community Reviews Summary of 6 reviews

Moods

dark 75%
tense 75%
adventurous 50%
mysterious 50%
sad 50%
challenging 25%
emotional 25%

Pace

medium 75%
slow 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 75% | Plot: 25%

Strong character development?

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

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 75% | Yes: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.75

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