Paul Takes the Form of a Mortal Girl by Andrea Lawlor

Paul Takes the Form of a Mortal Girl

Andrea Lawlor

341 pages first pub 2017 (editions)

fiction lgbtqia+ literary magical realism adventurous funny reflective medium-paced
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Description

It's 1993 and Paul Polydoris tends bar at the only gay club in a university town thrumming with politics and partying. He studies queer theory, has a dyke best friend, makes zines, and is a flâneur with a rich dating life. But Paul's also got a se...

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Community Reviews Summary of 3,789 reviews

Moods

funny 58%
reflective 56%
adventurous 47%
emotional 47%
mysterious 25%
challenging 24%
lighthearted 18%
sad 14%
hopeful 13%
dark 12%
inspiring 8%
informative 5%
tense 5%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 62%
slow 21%
fast 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 89% | A mix: 8% | Plot: 2%

Strong character development?

Yes: 45% | It's complicated: 40% | No: 13%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 45% | It's complicated: 40% | No: 13%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 5% | No: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 76% | It's complicated: 17% | No: 4%

Average rating

3.88

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