Lying on the Couch by Irvin D. Yalom

Lying on the Couch

Irvin D. Yalom

384 pages first pub 1996 (editions)

fiction psychology reflective medium-paced
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From the bestselling author of Love's Executioner and When Nietzsche Wept comes a provocative exploration of the unusual relationships three therapists form with their patients. Seymour is a therapist of the old school who blurs the boundary of se...

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Community Reviews Summary of 424 reviews

Moods

reflective 79%
informative 64%
emotional 35%
challenging 25%
funny 23%
tense 20%
inspiring 12%
lighthearted 12%
mysterious 12%
adventurous 10%
dark 10%
hopeful 10%
sad 2%

Pace

medium 69%
slow 19%
fast 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Character: 41% | Plot: 8%

Strong character development?

Yes: 76% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 2%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 45% | No: 31% | Yes: 22%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 56% | Yes: 26% | It's complicated: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 78% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 3%

Average rating

3.85

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