Lightning of August by Jorge Ibargüengoitia

Lightning of August

Jorge Ibargüengoitia with Irene Del Corral (Translator)

117 pages first pub 1964 (editions)

fiction historical politics funny reflective medium-paced
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Major General Lupe Arroyo prided himself on being a man of integrity. Not above stealing or killing or extortion or betrayal. But truthful about it, because all he did was for the glory of the revolution (or, when necessary, to save his own neck)....

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Community Reviews Summary of 151 reviews

Moods

funny 80%
adventurous 60%
reflective 60%
lighthearted 40%
dark 20%
emotional 20%
sad 20%
tense 20%

Pace

fast 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 50% | Plot: 50%

Strong character development?

No: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Loveable characters?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | Yes: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | Yes: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 75% | No: 25%

Average rating

3.87

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