Signs Preceding the End of the World by Yuri Herrera

Signs Preceding the End of the World

Yuri Herrera with Lisa Dillman (Translator)

128 pages • first pub 2009 (editions)

fiction contemporary literary challenging reflective fast-paced
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Signs Preceding the End of the World is one of the most arresting novels to be published in Spanish in the last ten years. Yuri Herrera does not simply write about the border between Mexico and the United States and those who cross it. He explores...

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Moods

reflective 58%
challenging 46%
dark 44%
adventurous 43%
mysterious 39%
tense 32%
emotional 30%
sad 17%
hopeful 8%
inspiring 7%
informative 3%
funny 2%
relaxing 1%

Pace

fast 61%
medium 30%
slow 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 40% | Character: 34% | Plot: 24%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 38% | Yes: 37% | No: 20% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 42% | It's complicated: 37% | No: 14% | N/A: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 78% | No: 11% | It's complicated: 5% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 57% | It's complicated: 19% | Yes: 15% | N/A: 7%

Average rating

3.94

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