Zazie in the Metro by Raymond Queneau

Zazie in the Metro

Raymond Queneau with Barbara Wright (Translator)

192 pages • first pub 1959 (editions) user-added

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 The cult classic from one of France's most stylish writers'Don't give a damn,' says Zazie, 'what I wanted was to go in the metro'Impish, foul-mouthed Zazie arrives in Paris from the country to stay with her uncle Gabriel. All she really wants to ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 567 reviews

Moods

funny 87%
lighthearted 58%
adventurous 41%
challenging 16%
dark 12%
reflective 12%
relaxing 12%
inspiring 6%
mysterious 3%
tense 3%

Pace

fast 73%
medium 20%
slow 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 43% | A mix: 34% | Plot: 17% | N/A: 4%

Strong character development?

No: 61% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 9%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 50% | No: 26% | It's complicated: 23%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 43% | Yes: 39% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 45% | No: 36% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 9%

Average rating

3.48

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