The Necklace by Gary Kelley, Guy de Maupassant

48 pages first pub 1884 (editions)

fiction classics short stories challenging reflective slow-paced
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Description

After devoting their energies and income for ten years to replacing a borrowed diamond necklace which they have lost, a woman and her husband learn the irony of their efforts.

Community Reviews Summary of 714 reviews

Moods

reflective 64%
sad 29%
tense 19%
funny 15%
lighthearted 15%
dark 13%
emotional 11%
inspiring 11%
challenging 9%
mysterious 7%
informative 3%
hopeful 1%

Pace

fast 61%
medium 32%
slow 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 46% | Character: 35% | Plot: 17%

Strong character development?

Yes: 55% | It's complicated: 24% | No: 20%

Loveable characters?

No: 68% | It's complicated: 27% | N/A: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 85% | Yes: 11% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 91% | It's complicated: 6% | No: 2%

Average rating

3.61

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