A Bookshop in Algiers by Kaouther Adimi

A Bookshop in Algiers

Kaouther Adimi with Chris Andrews (Translator)

130 pages • first pub 2017 (editions)

fiction historical informative reflective medium-paced
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On a quiet backstreet in Algiers is an unremarkable building with a remarkable history... 'A beautiful little novel about books, history, ambition and the importance of literature.' Nick Hornby 'Truly potent ... Adimi confronts us with episod...

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Community Reviews Summary of 471 reviews

Moods

reflective 77%
informative 55%
emotional 41%
inspiring 30%
sad 30%
hopeful 22%
adventurous 8%
dark 8%
challenging 7%
lighthearted 5%
relaxing 5%
tense 4%
funny 2%
mysterious 1%

Pace

medium 50%
slow 26%
fast 22%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 45% | Character: 34% | Plot: 20%

Strong character development?

No: 49% | It's complicated: 26% | Yes: 19% | N/A: 5%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 51% | It's complicated: 22% | No: 17% | N/A: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 60% | No: 21% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 57% | It's complicated: 27% | Yes: 11% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

3.72

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