The Bloater: The brilliantly original rediscovered classic comedy of manners by Rosemary Tonks

The Bloater: The brilliantly original rediscovered classic comedy of manners

Rosemary Tonks

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This book is perfect for readers who relish sharp-witted, character-driven satires exploring the complexities of desire and social pretense with a touch of dark humor.

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Min works at the BBC as an audio engineer, where she is struggling to replicate the sound of a heartbeat. At home, other matters of the heart are making a mockery of life as Min knows it.Min has found herself the object of her lodger's affection. ...

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Community Reviews

3.55
based on 245 reviews

Moods

funny: 87%

lighthearted: 75%

reflective: 29%

adventurous: 9%

challenging: 9%

dark: 9%

emotional: 7%

hopeful: 4%

relaxing: 4%

mysterious: 3%

sad: 1%

tense: 1%

Pace

32% of readers chose fast
52% of readers chose medium
14% of readers chose slow
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medium
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Plot or character driven?

1% of readers chose Plot
9% of readers chose A mix
88% of readers chose Character
Plot
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Character

Strong character development?

17% of readers chose Yes
34% of readers chose Complicated
48% of readers chose No
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Loveable characters?

33% of readers chose Yes
30% of readers chose Complicated
35% of readers chose No
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No

Diverse cast of characters?

8% of readers chose Yes
4% of readers chose Complicated
83% of readers chose No
4% of readers chose N/A
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Flaws of characters a main focus?

92% of readers chose Yes
4% of readers chose Complicated
4% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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