The First True Lie by Marina Mander

The First True Lie

Marina Mander

144 pages first pub 2011 (editions)

fiction contemporary dark reflective slow-paced
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An utterly compelling, heartbreaking novel that introduces a revelatory young voice to the U.S. market.Meet Luca, a curious young boy living with his mother, a taciturn woman who every now and then tries out a new father. Luca keeps to himself, hi...

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Community Reviews Summary of 115 reviews

Moods

sad 100%
dark 66%
challenging 33%
emotional 33%
tense 33%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 100%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 100%

Average rating

3.05

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