The Infinities by John Banville

The Infinities

John Banville

273 pages first pub 2009 (editions)

fiction fantasy literary reflective slow-paced
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On a languid midsummer’s day in the countryside, the Godley family gathers at the bedside of Adam, a renowned mathematician and their patriarch. But they are not alone in their vigil. Around them hovers a clan of mischievous immortals—Zeus, Pan, a...

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Community Reviews Summary of 188 reviews

Moods

reflective 66%
dark 33%
mysterious 33%
relaxing 33%
sad 33%

Pace

slow 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | Yes: 25%

Loveable characters?

No: 75% | Yes: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Average rating

3.19

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