The Mysteries of Pittsburgh by Michael Chabon

The Mysteries of Pittsburgh

Michael Chabon

320 pages • first pub 1988 (editions)

fiction contemporary lgbtqia+ reflective slow-paced
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The enthralling debut from bestselling novelist Michael Chabon is a penetrating narrative of complex friendships, father-son conflicts, and the awakening of a young man’s sexual identity.Chabon masterfully renders the funny, tender, and captivatin...

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Community Reviews Summary of 2,179 reviews

Moods

reflective 74%
emotional 69%
adventurous 37%
funny 37%
dark 13%
mysterious 13%
sad 13%
challenging 9%
lighthearted 9%
inspiring 6%
tense 6%
hopeful 2%
relaxing 2%

Pace

medium 55%
slow 28%
fast 15%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 90% | A mix: 10%

Strong character development?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 10%

Loveable characters?

No: 36% | Yes: 34% | It's complicated: 28%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 47% | Yes: 44% | It's complicated: 8%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 78% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 8%

Average rating

3.57

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