The Passion by Jeanette Winterson

The Passion

Jeanette Winterson

5 hours, 21 minutes first pub 1987 (editions)

fiction historical lgbtqia+ magical realism emotional reflective medium-paced
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Henri had a passion for Napoleon, and Napoleon had a passion for chicken. From Boulogne to Moscow Henri butchered for his emperor and never killed a single man. Meanwhile, in Venice, the city of chance and disguises, Villanelle was born with the w...

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Moods

reflective 68%
emotional 56%
adventurous 49%
mysterious 42%
dark 27%
sad 27%
challenging 18%
funny 12%
hopeful 11%
inspiring 9%
tense 4%
informative 3%
lighthearted 2%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 59%
fast 23%
slow 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 64% | A mix: 31% | Plot: 4%

Strong character development?

Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 26% | No: 9% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 64% | It's complicated: 24% | No: 10%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 49% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 19% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 19% | No: 8% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

4.04

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