Cereus Blooms at Night: Penguin Modern Classics Edition by Shani Mootoo, Shani Mootoo
Cereus Blooms at Night: Penguin Modern Classics Edition
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Shani Mootoo, Shani Mootoo
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Cereus Blooms at Night: Penguin Modern Classics Edition

Shani Mootoo, Shani Mootoo

280 pages • first pub 1996 (editions)

fiction lgbtqia+ magical realism dark emotional sad medium-paced
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     At the core of this haunting multi-generational novel are the shifting faces of Mala—adventurer and protector, recluse, and madwoman. Told by the engaging voice of Tyler, Mala’s vivacious male caretaker at the Paradise Alms House, Cereus Bloo...

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Community Reviews Summary of 521 reviews

Moods

dark 81%
emotional 77%
sad 71%
challenging 53%
reflective 43%
mysterious 33%
tense 26%
hopeful 25%
inspiring 8%
adventurous 4%
funny 3%

Pace

medium 64%
slow 29%
fast 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 60% | A mix: 36% | Plot: 2%

Strong character development?

Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 1% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 46% | Yes: 46% | No: 4% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 97% | It's complicated: 1% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 49% | It's complicated: 39% | No: 9% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

4.02

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