Lying Awake by Mark Salzman

Lying Awake

Mark Salzman

181 pages first pub 2000 (editions)

fiction religion reflective slow-paced
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In a Carmelite monastery on the outskirts of Los Angeles, life has continued virtually unchanged for centuries. Here, Sister John of the Cross lives in the service of God. She is the only nun who experiences visions and is regarded by the others a...

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Community Reviews Summary of 222 reviews

Moods

reflective 100%
challenging 33%
hopeful 33%
inspiring 33%
dark 16%
emotional 16%
informative 16%
mysterious 16%
relaxing 16%

Pace

slow 66%
medium 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | N/A: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.79

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