A Long Way Down by Nick Hornby

A Long Way Down

Nick Hornby

368 pages first pub 2005 (editions)

fiction contemporary emotional funny medium-paced
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In his eagerly awaited fourth novel, New York Times-bestselling author Nick Hornby mines the hearts and psyches of four lost souls who connect just when they've reached the end of the line. Meet Martin, JJ, Jess, and Maureen. Four people who come ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 6,720 reviews

Moods

funny 75%
dark 51%
reflective 48%
emotional 46%
hopeful 39%
sad 24%
inspiring 17%
lighthearted 16%
challenging 8%
adventurous 6%
tense 4%
relaxing 2%
mysterious 1%

Pace

medium 67%
fast 18%
slow 13%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 83% | A mix: 11% | Plot: 3% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 29% | No: 9%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 36% | No: 34% | Yes: 27%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 43% | No: 42% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 91% | It's complicated: 7%

Average rating

3.37

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