Stone Blind by Natalie Haynes

Stone Blind

Natalie Haynes

384 pages first pub 2022 (editions)

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In Stone Blind, classicist and comedian Natalie Haynes turns our understanding of this legendary myth on its head, bringing empathy and nuance to one of the earliest stories in which a woman--injured by a powerful man--is blamed, punished, and mon...

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Moods

adventurous 73%
emotional 49%
dark 46%
sad 39%
reflective 34%
funny 24%
challenging 18%
informative 15%
mysterious 15%
tense 14%
inspiring 5%
lighthearted 4%
hopeful 2%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 65%
fast 22%
slow 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 49% | Character: 30% | Plot: 19%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 36% | No: 30% | Yes: 30% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 54% | Yes: 23% | No: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 49% | No: 23% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 69% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 10% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.88

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