Dark Lies the Island by Kevin Barry

Dark Lies the Island

Kevin Barry

192 pages first pub 2012 (editions)

fiction short stories reflective slow-paced
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A new book from the winner of the 2012 Sunday Times EFG Private Bank Short Story Prize.      A kiss that just won't happen. A disco at the end of the world. A teenage goth on a terror mission. And OAP kiddie-snatchers, scouse real-ale enthusiasts,...

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Community Reviews Summary of 188 reviews

Moods

funny 81%
dark 72%
reflective 63%
emotional 54%
challenging 36%
mysterious 27%
adventurous 18%
lighthearted 18%
tense 18%
sad 9%

Pace

medium 60%
slow 20%
fast 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 80% | Character: 20%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 33% | N/A: 16%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 83% | No: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

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

Average rating

3.82

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