Fen by Daisy Johnson

208 pages first pub 2016 (editions)

fiction fantasy literary short stories dark mysterious medium-paced
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A singular debut that "marks the emergence of a great, stomping, wall-knocking talent" (Kevin Barry)Daisy Johnson's Fen, set in the fenlands of England, transmutes the flat, uncanny landscape into a rich, brooding atmosphere. From that territory g...

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Community Reviews Summary of 982 reviews

Moods

dark 88%
mysterious 85%
reflective 39%
challenging 30%
tense 25%
emotional 23%
adventurous 19%
sad 11%
inspiring 3%
lighthearted 2%
relaxing 2%
funny 1%
hopeful 1%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 28%
slow 21%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 38% | Character: 35% | Plot: 14% | N/A: 10%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 48% | N/A: 23% | No: 16% | Yes: 11%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 37% | No: 37% | N/A: 13% | Yes: 11%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 38% | It's complicated: 31% | Yes: 22% | N/A: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 38% | It's complicated: 35% | N/A: 15% | No: 10%

Average rating

3.61

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