The Odyssey by Lara Williams

The Odyssey

Lara Williams

208 pages first pub 2022 (editions)

fiction literary challenging dark mysterious medium-paced
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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...

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Community Reviews Summary of 964 reviews

Moods

dark 77%
mysterious 57%
challenging 35%
tense 31%
funny 26%
reflective 25%
emotional 14%
sad 13%
adventurous 11%
lighthearted 2%

Pace

medium 49%
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

3.27

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