Astonish Me by Maggie Shipstead

Astonish Me

Maggie Shipstead

272 pages first pub 2014 (editions)

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From the author of the widely acclaimed debut novel "Seating Arrangements," winner of the Dylan Thomas Prize: a gorgeously written, fiercely compelling glimpse into the passionate, political world of professional ballet and its magnetic hold over ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,398 reviews

Moods

emotional 78%
reflective 68%
sad 32%
dark 21%
challenging 18%
tense 18%
mysterious 16%
hopeful 14%
informative 9%
inspiring 8%
adventurous 4%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 67%
slow 23%
fast 8%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 57% | A mix: 37% | Plot: 4%

Strong character development?

Yes: 65% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 5% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 36% | Yes: 12%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 70% | Yes: 22% | It's complicated: 5% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 89% | It's complicated: 7% | No: 3%

Average rating

3.67

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