Minty Alley by C.L.R. James

Minty Alley

C.L.R. James with Bernardine Evaristo (Contributor)

272 pages • first pub 1936 (editions)

fiction classics challenging informative reflective slow-paced
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The only novel from the world-renowned writer C.L.R. James – this extraordinary, big-hearted exploration of class was the first novel by a black West Indian to be published in the UK'As he walked home he looked up at the myriads of stars, shining ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 71 reviews

Moods

funny 53%
reflective 46%
emotional 38%
lighthearted 38%
tense 30%
sad 23%
informative 19%
hopeful 15%
adventurous 7%
mysterious 7%
relaxing 7%
challenging 3%
dark 3%
inspiring 3%

Pace

fast 36%
slow 32%
medium 32%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 76% | A mix: 24%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 45% | Yes: 45% | No: 8%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 40% | No: 32% | Yes: 28%

Diverse cast of characters?

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

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 70% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 8%

Average rating

3.6

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