The Descent of Alette by Alice Notley

The Descent of Alette

Alice Notley

160 pages first pub 1996 (editions)

fiction fantasy feminism poetry reflective slow-paced
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In "The Descent of Alette," Alice Notley presents a feminist epic, a bold journey into the deeper realms. Alette, the narrator, finds herself underground, deep beneath the city, where spirits and people ride endlessly on subways, not allowed to li...

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Community Reviews Summary of 160 reviews

Moods

challenging 80%
dark 75%
reflective 70%
emotional 45%
mysterious 45%
adventurous 35%
tense 30%
hopeful 5%
inspiring 5%
sad 5%

Pace

slow 44%
medium 38%
fast 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 46% | A mix: 38% | Plot: 15%

Strong character development?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 42% | N/A: 7%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 64% | N/A: 21% | No: 7% | Yes: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 42% | It's complicated: 35% | N/A: 21%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 38% | No: 23% | Yes: 23% | N/A: 15%

Average rating

4.25

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