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256 pages • first pub 1959 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: Not specified
Description
An honest, explosive novel that turns conventional ideas of 1950s femininity upside down, The Girls in 3-B reveals in page-turning detail the hidden world of mid-century America, showcasing predatory Beatnick men, workplace intrigues, drug halluci...
Community Reviews Summary of 54 reviews
Moods
reflective 40%
challenging 20%
dark 20%
emotional 20%
funny 20%
lighthearted 20%
sad 20%
tense 20%
Pace
slow 40%
medium 20%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 60% | Plot: 20% | A mix: 20%Strong character development?
Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 20%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 60% | Yes: 40%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 60% | It's complicated: 40%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 60% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 20%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Sexual harassment, Misogyny, RapeModerate
Child abuse, Sexual assault, Toxic relationshipMinor
Homophobia, Body shaming, Abortion256 pages • first pub 1959 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: Not specified
Description
An honest, explosive novel that turns conventional ideas of 1950s femininity upside down, The Girls in 3-B reveals in page-turning detail the hidden world of mid-century America, showcasing predatory Beatnick men, workplace intrigues, drug halluci...
Community Reviews Summary of 54 reviews
Moods
reflective 40%
challenging 20%
dark 20%
emotional 20%
funny 20%
lighthearted 20%
sad 20%
tense 20%
Pace
slow 40%
medium 20%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 60% | Plot: 20% | A mix: 20%Strong character development?
Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 20%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 60% | Yes: 40%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 60% | It's complicated: 40%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 60% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 20%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Sexual harassment, Misogyny, RapeModerate
Child abuse, Sexual assault, Toxic relationshipMinor
Homophobia, Body shaming, Abortion