The Theory of Flight by Siphiwe Gloria Ndlovu

The Theory of Flight

Siphiwe Gloria Ndlovu

330 pages • first pub 2018 (editions)

fiction historical emotional reflective medium-paced
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As Imogen Zula Nyoni, aka Genie, lies in a coma at Mater Dei Hospital after having suffered through a long illness, her family and friends struggle to come to terms with her impending death. This is the story of Genie, who has gifts that transcend...

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Community Reviews Summary of 82 reviews

Moods

reflective 72%
emotional 58%
hopeful 50%
sad 47%
adventurous 44%
challenging 36%
inspiring 33%
dark 22%
mysterious 22%
tense 16%
informative 13%
funny 5%
lighthearted 5%

Pace

medium 52%
slow 30%
fast 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 54% | A mix: 45%

Strong character development?

Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 31% | No: 6%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 48% | Yes: 39% | No: 12%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 38% | No: 32% | It's complicated: 29%

Average rating

3.69

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