A Spell of Good Things by Ayọ̀bámi Adébáyọ̀

A Spell of Good Things

Ayọ̀bámi Adébáyọ̀

332 pages first pub 2023 (editions)

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A spellbinding novel about family secrets and bonds, thwarted hope and the brutal realities of life in a society rife with inequality, from the Women’s Prize shortlisted authorAyọ̀bámi Adébáyọ̀, the Women’s Prize shortlisted author of Stay With Me...

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Community Reviews Summary of 861 reviews

Moods

emotional 78%
sad 75%
dark 59%
tense 45%
challenging 38%
reflective 29%
informative 8%
hopeful 3%
mysterious 3%
adventurous 2%
funny 2%

Pace

medium 58%
slow 37%
fast 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 52% | Character: 39% | Plot: 8%

Strong character development?

Yes: 64% | It's complicated: 23% | No: 12%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 49% | Yes: 38% | No: 11%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 76% | No: 14% | It's complicated: 6% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 16% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.83

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