In Persuasion Nation by George Saunders

In Persuasion Nation

George Saunders

272 pages first pub 2006 (editions)

fiction short stories funny reflective medium-paced
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'An American short-story writer of intimidating talent' Zadie Smith'Dark, concerned, confused and funny, all at the same time ... Like so much of Saunders' brilliant, crazy writing it's relevant, but not too relevant' The TimesFrom the No. 1 New Y...

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Community Reviews Summary of 830 reviews

Moods

funny 93%
dark 65%
reflective 58%
emotional 24%
adventurous 20%
hopeful 20%
mysterious 20%
inspiring 13%
lighthearted 13%
challenging 6%
informative 3%
sad 3%

Pace

medium 53%
fast 39%
slow 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 64% | Plot: 11% | Character: 11% | N/A: 11%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 47% | N/A: 23% | No: 17% | Yes: 11%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 47% | It's complicated: 35% | N/A: 11% | No: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 58% | It's complicated: 35% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 47% | It's complicated: 41% | N/A: 11%

Average rating

4.01

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