Billy Phelan's Greatest Game by William Kennedy

Billy Phelan's Greatest Game

The Albany Cycle #2

William Kennedy

288 pages first pub 1978 (editions)

fiction historical literary reflective slow-paced
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The second novel in William Kennedy’s much-loved Albany cycle depicts Billy Phelan, a slightly tarnished poker player, pool hustler, and small-time bookie.  A resourceful man full of Irish pluck, Billy works the fringes of the Albany sporting life...

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Community Reviews Summary of 36 reviews

Moods

challenging 100%
reflective 66%
adventurous 33%
emotional 33%
funny 33%
tense 33%

Pace

medium 66%
slow 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

N/A: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.9

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