A Portable Shelter by Kirsty Logan

A Portable Shelter

Kirsty Logan

180 pages first pub 2015 (editions)

fiction fantasy lgbtqia+ magical realism short stories mysterious reflective slow-paced
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In their tiny, sea-beaten cottage on the north coast of Scotland, Liska and Ruth await the birth of their first child. They spend their time telling stories to the unborn baby, trying to pass on the lessons they've learned: tales of circuses and s...

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Community Reviews Summary of 386 reviews

Moods

mysterious 75%
reflective 70%
dark 54%
emotional 37%
hopeful 29%
adventurous 20%
challenging 16%
relaxing 12%
sad 12%
tense 8%
informative 4%
inspiring 4%

Pace

medium 50%
slow 41%
fast 8%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 40% | Character: 40% | Plot: 20%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 40% | No: 26% | Yes: 20% | N/A: 13%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 61% | Yes: 33% | No: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 12% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 37% | It's complicated: 31% | No: 31%

Average rating

3.78

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