Chronic City by Jonathan Lethem

Chronic City

Jonathan Lethem

467 pages first pub 2009 (editions)

fiction contemporary adventurous challenging reflective slow-paced
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The acclaimed author of Motherless Brooklyn and The Fortress of Solitude returns with a roar with this gorgeous, searing portrayal of Manhattanites wrapped in their own delusions, desires, and lies.Chase Insteadman, a handsome, inoffensive fixture...

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Community Reviews Summary of 607 reviews

Moods

mysterious 66%
reflective 66%
funny 55%
challenging 44%
lighthearted 22%
sad 22%
adventurous 11%
dark 11%
emotional 11%
inspiring 11%

Pace

slow 60%
medium 40%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 80% | Plot: 10% | A mix: 10%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 44% | Yes: 33% | No: 22%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 60% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 60% | Yes: 30% | It's complicated: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 20%

Average rating

3.38

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