The World to Come by Dara Horn

The World to Come

Dara Horn

336 pages • first pub 2006 (editions)

fiction historical magical realism emotional reflective slow-paced
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Description

A million-dollar Chagall is stolen from a museum during a singles' cocktail hour. The unlikely thief, former child prodigy Benjamin Ziskind, is convinced that the painting once hung in his parents' living room. This work of art opens a door throug...

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Community Reviews Summary of 679 reviews

Moods

reflective 85%
emotional 76%
sad 57%
hopeful 47%
adventurous 33%
dark 33%
inspiring 33%
mysterious 33%
challenging 23%
informative 23%
funny 9%
lighthearted 4%
tense 4%

Pace

medium 59%
slow 31%
fast 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 43% | A mix: 43% | Plot: 12%

Strong character development?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 52% | It's complicated: 35% | No: 11%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 53% | No: 26% | Yes: 20%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 57% | It's complicated: 28% | No: 7% | N/A: 7%

Average rating

3.82

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