The Curious Case of Benjamin Button by F. Scott Fitzgerald

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button

F. Scott Fitzgerald

32 pages first pub 1922 (editions)

fiction classics fantasy short stories reflective medium-paced
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The classic story of a man who ages backwards—and inspiration for the film starring Brad Pitt and Cate Blanchett—by the author of The Great Gatsby. Penned by one of the greatest literary talents of the twentieth century, The Curious Case of Ben...

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Moods

reflective 49%
lighthearted 34%
sad 33%
funny 28%
mysterious 27%
emotional 23%
adventurous 13%
relaxing 9%
dark 8%
challenging 7%
inspiring 3%
hopeful 1%
informative 1%
tense 1%

Pace

fast 79%
medium 17%
slow 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 62% | Plot: 18% | A mix: 18%

Strong character development?

Yes: 38% | It's complicated: 31% | No: 26% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

No: 40% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 85% | It's complicated: 5% | N/A: 5% | Yes: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 55% | It's complicated: 22% | No: 18% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

3.43

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