The Shamshine Blind: A Novel by Paz Pardo

The Shamshine Blind: A Novel

Paz Pardo

320 pages • first pub 2023 (editions)

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In an alternate 2009, the United States has been a second-rate power for a quarter of a century, ever since Argentina’s victory in the Falkland’s War thanks to their development of “psychopigments.” Created as weapons, these colorful chemicals can...

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Community Reviews Summary of 212 reviews

Moods

mysterious 84%
adventurous 73%
tense 41%
dark 35%
emotional 25%
funny 21%
reflective 17%
challenging 16%
hopeful 8%
sad 5%
lighthearted 2%
relaxing 2%
inspiring 1%

Pace

medium 58%
slow 26%
fast 15%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Plot: 46% | Character: 3%

Strong character development?

Yes: 57% | No: 22% | It's complicated: 20%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 58% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 15% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 92% | No: 6% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 62% | No: 22% | It's complicated: 15%

Average rating

3.63

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