So Much for That by Lionel Shriver

So Much for That

Lionel Shriver

436 pages • first pub 2010 (editions)

fiction contemporary emotional reflective slow-paced
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Description

Shep Knacker has long saved for "the Afterlife," an idyllic retreat in the Third World where his nest egg can last forever. Exasperated that his wife, Glynis, has concocted endless excuses why it's never the right time to go, Shep finally announce...

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Community Reviews Summary of 499 reviews

Moods

reflective 83%
emotional 66%
funny 66%
sad 50%
dark 33%
hopeful 16%
informative 16%
inspiring 16%

Pace

medium 66%
slow 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 80% | A mix: 20%

Strong character development?

Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 40%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 60% | Yes: 40%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 40% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 20%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 60% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 20%

Average rating

3.63

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