Nice Work by David Lodge

277 pages first pub 1988 (editions)

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When Vic Wilcox, MD of Pringle's engineering works, meets English lecturer Dr Robyn Penrose, sparks fly as their lifestyles and ideologies collide head on. But, in time, both parties make some surprising discoveries about each other's worlds - and...

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Community Reviews Summary of 337 reviews

Moods

funny 70%
lighthearted 50%
reflective 50%
hopeful 30%
inspiring 30%
challenging 20%
informative 20%
relaxing 10%

Pace

medium 70%
slow 30%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 70% | A mix: 20% | Plot: 10%

Strong character development?

Yes: 72% | It's complicated: 27%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 36% | Yes: 36% | No: 18% | N/A: 9%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 30% | It's complicated: 20%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.61

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