Mr Gwyn by Ann Goldstein, Alessandro Baricco

192 pages first pub 2011 (editions)

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The celebrated author Jasper Gwyn suddenly and publicly vows never to write another book. But as his life veers into isolation and emptiness, he decides to become a "copyist," holding 30-day sittings with clients as he writes their portraits. In t...

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Community Reviews Summary of 278 reviews

Moods

reflective 62%
inspiring 58%
mysterious 45%
emotional 37%
lighthearted 33%
challenging 16%
funny 16%
relaxing 16%
hopeful 8%
informative 8%
adventurous 4%
sad 4%

Pace

fast 48%
medium 32%
slow 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 89% | A mix: 10%

Strong character development?

Yes: 63% | It's complicated: 31% | No: 5%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 44% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 16% | N/A: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 46% | Yes: 26% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 13%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 52% | It's complicated: 35% | No: 5% | N/A: 5%

Average rating

4.02

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