You Only Call When You're in Trouble by Stephen McCauley

You Only Call When You're in Trouble

Stephen McCauley

336 pages first pub 2024 (editions)

fiction literary emotional funny reflective medium-paced
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Is it ever okay to stop caring for others and start living for yourself?After a lifetime of taking care of his impossible but irresistible sister and his cherished niece, Tom is ready to put himself first. An architect specializing in tiny houses,...

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Community Reviews Summary of 114 reviews

Moods

emotional 77%
reflective 72%
hopeful 39%
funny 37%
sad 20%
dark 12%
lighthearted 12%
tense 8%
challenging 6%
relaxing 6%
inspiring 4%
mysterious 4%

Pace

medium 72%
slow 20%
fast 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 56% | A mix: 36% | Plot: 8%

Strong character development?

Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 30% | No: 10%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 41% | Yes: 37% | No: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 46% | Yes: 46% | It's complicated: 4% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 93% | No: 4% | It's complicated: 2%

Average rating

3.38

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