The Beetle Leg by John Hawkes

The Beetle Leg

John Hawkes

159 pages first pub 1951 (editions)

fiction literary dark reflective slow-paced
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The Beetle Leg, John Hawkes's second full-length novel, was first published by New Directions in 1951. After years of underground existence, this brilliant novel is emerging as a classic of visionary writing and still remains Hawkes's only work de...

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Moods

challenging 100%
dark 100%
funny 100%
mysterious 100%
reflective 100%
sad 100%
tense 100%

Pace

slow 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 100%

Loveable characters?

No: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

N/A: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.86

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