The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie

The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian

Sherman Alexie

229 pages first pub 2006 (editions)

fiction contemporary young adult emotional funny reflective fast-paced
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Bestselling author Sherman Alexie tells the story of Junior, a budding cartoonist growing up on the Spokane Indian Reservation. Determined to take his future into his own hands, Junior leaves his troubled school on the rez to attend an all-white f...

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Community Reviews Summary of 24,684 reviews

Moods

funny 76%
emotional 74%
reflective 51%
hopeful 44%
sad 44%
inspiring 36%
challenging 20%
dark 19%
informative 19%
lighthearted 18%
adventurous 16%
tense 6%
relaxing 1%

Pace

fast 62%
medium 32%
slow 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 72% | A mix: 23% | Plot: 3%

Strong character development?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 3% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 70% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 7% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 86% | It's complicated: 9% | No: 2% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 63% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 12% | N/A: 2%

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3.99

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