The Gourmet by Muriel Barbery

The Gourmet

Muriel Barbery

126 pages first pub 2000 (editions)

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In the heart of Paris, in the posh building made famous in The Elegance of the Hedgehog, Pierre Athens, the greatest food critic in the world, is dying. Revered by some and reviled by many, Monsieur Arthens has been lording it over the world’s mos...

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Community Reviews Summary of 728 reviews

Moods

reflective 85%
funny 33%
emotional 29%
inspiring 18%
lighthearted 18%
hopeful 14%
relaxing 14%
challenging 11%
informative 11%
dark 7%
sad 7%
mysterious 3%

Pace

slow 36%
medium 36%
fast 26%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 82% | N/A: 8% | Plot: 8%

Strong character development?

No: 62% | It's complicated: 20% | Yes: 12% | N/A: 4%

Loveable characters?

No: 64% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 8%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 69% | Yes: 13% | It's complicated: 8% | N/A: 8%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 88% | No: 4% | It's complicated: 4% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

3.17

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