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208 pages • first pub 2022 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780241502815
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Hamish Hamilton
Publication date: 21 April 2022
The Odyssey by Lara Williams is a wickedly dark and poignant satire that will captivate readers who crave a stimulating exploration of the human condition, particularly those who are drawn to themes of self-discovery, healing, and the complexities of modern life, and who appreciate a strong, unapologetic, and often unlikeable protagonist.
Description
From the prize-winning author of Supper Club comes a wickedly funny and slyly poignant new satire on modern life - for fans of My Year of Rest and Relaxation, Convenience Store Woman, and J. G. Ballard's High RiseMeet Ingrid. She works on a gargan...
Community Reviews Summary of 963 reviews
Moods
mysterious 57%
challenging 35%
tense 31%
funny 26%
reflective 25%
emotional 14%
sad 13%
adventurous 11%
lighthearted 2%
Pace
slow 25%
fast 25%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 70% | A mix: 24% | Plot: 4%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 51% | No: 32% | Yes: 16%Loveable characters?
No: 71% | It's complicated: 22% | Yes: 5%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 73% | It's complicated: 9% | Yes: 9% | N/A: 7%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 92% | It's complicated: 5% | No: 1%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Alcoholism, Alcohol, VomitModerate
Sexual content, Violence, Body horrorMinor
Infertility, Toxic relationship, Abandonment208 pages • first pub 2022 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780241502815
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Hamish Hamilton
Publication date: 21 April 2022
The Odyssey by Lara Williams is a wickedly dark and poignant satire that will captivate readers who crave a stimulating exploration of the human condition, particularly those who are drawn to themes of self-discovery, healing, and the complexities of modern life, and who appreciate a strong, unapologetic, and often unlikeable protagonist.
Description
From the prize-winning author of Supper Club comes a wickedly funny and slyly poignant new satire on modern life - for fans of My Year of Rest and Relaxation, Convenience Store Woman, and J. G. Ballard's High RiseMeet Ingrid. She works on a gargan...
Community Reviews Summary of 964 reviews
Moods
mysterious 57%
challenging 35%
tense 31%
funny 26%
reflective 25%
emotional 14%
sad 13%
adventurous 11%
lighthearted 2%
Pace
slow 25%
fast 25%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 70% | A mix: 24% | Plot: 4%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 51% | No: 32% | Yes: 16%Loveable characters?
No: 71% | It's complicated: 22% | Yes: 5%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 73% | It's complicated: 9% | Yes: 9% | N/A: 7%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 92% | It's complicated: 5% | No: 1%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Alcoholism, Alcohol, VomitModerate
Sexual content, Violence, Body horrorMinor
Infertility, Toxic relationship, Abandonment