The Book of Other People by Zadie Smith

304 pages first pub 2007 (editions)

fiction essays short stories challenging reflective fast-paced
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A stellar host of writers explore the cornerstone of fiction writing: character The Book of Other People is about character. Twenty-five or so outstanding writers have been asked by Zadie Smith to make up a fictional character. By any measure, cre...

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Community Reviews Summary of 348 reviews

Moods

funny 66%
reflective 66%
adventurous 33%
challenging 33%
dark 33%
emotional 33%
hopeful 33%
sad 33%

Pace

medium 75%
slow 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 50% | A mix: 25% | N/A: 25%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | N/A: 50%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 75% | N/A: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 25%

Average rating

3.39

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