In the Absence of Men by Philippe Besson

In the Absence of Men

Philippe Besson with Frank Wynne (Translator)

177 pages • first pub 2001 (editions)

fiction historical lgbtqia+ challenging reflective slow-paced
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'An astonishing love story, beautifully told' Time Out'I am sixteen. I am as old as the century'It is 1916. Vincent is sixteen, on the brink of manhood.  Vincent is aristocratic and privileged, frequenting the salons of Paris while France is at wa...

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Community Reviews Summary of 497 reviews

Moods

emotional 87%
sad 82%
reflective 68%
dark 31%
challenging 17%
tense 17%
inspiring 8%
hopeful 7%
mysterious 4%
informative 2%
relaxing 2%

Pace

medium 43%
fast 29%
slow 27%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 75% | A mix: 21% | Plot: 2%

Strong character development?

Yes: 43% | It's complicated: 32% | No: 23%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 53% | It's complicated: 24% | No: 21%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | Yes: 19% | It's complicated: 7% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 46% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 25%

Average rating

4.01

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