Lala by Jacek Dehnel

Lala

Jacek Dehnel with Antonia Lloyd-Jones (Translator)

336 pages first pub 2006 (editions)

fiction contemporary reflective slow-paced
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A lyrical and moving Polish family saga set against the turbulent backdrop of twentieth-century Europe Lala has lived a dazzling life. Born in Poland just after the First World War and brought up to be a perfect example of her class and generation...

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Community Reviews Summary of 90 reviews

Moods

reflective 100%
emotional 71%
funny 57%
sad 42%
challenging 28%
adventurous 14%
hopeful 14%
informative 14%
lighthearted 14%
relaxing 14%

Pace

medium 60%
slow 40%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 80% | A mix: 20%

Strong character development?

No: 80% | N/A: 20%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 40% | Yes: 40% | N/A: 20%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Average rating

3.85

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