A Bookshop in Algiers by Kaouther Adimi

A Bookshop in Algiers

Kaouther Adimi with Chris Andrews (Translator), Chris Andrews (Translator)

160 pages • first pub 2017 (editions)

fiction contemporary informative reflective medium-paced

Description

'If you're in a bookshop browsing, then A Bookshop In Algiers is for you, by definition. A beautiful little novel about books, history, ambition and the importance of literature to everyone, especially people who are trying to find a voice.' Nick ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 269 reviews

Moods

reflective 80%
informative 57%
emotional 39%
sad 30%
inspiring 28%
hopeful 21%
dark 11%
adventurous 7%
challenging 4%
relaxing 4%
funny 3%
lighthearted 2%
mysterious 2%
tense 1%

Pace

medium 54%
slow 27%
fast 17%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 46% | Character: 31% | Plot: 21%

Strong character development?

No: 46% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 21% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 48% | It's complicated: 22% | No: 22% | N/A: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 58% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 8% | N/A: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 58% | It's complicated: 21% | Yes: 15% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

3.73

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