Stay with Me by Ayọ̀bámi Adébáyọ̀

Stay with Me

Ayọ̀bámi Adébáyọ̀

298 pages • first pub 2017 (editions)

fiction contemporary historical literary emotional reflective sad medium-paced

Description

This celebrated, unforgettable first novel (“A bright, big-hearted demonstration of female spirit.” –The Guardian), shortlisted for the prestigious Women's Prize for Fiction and set in Nigeria, gives voice to both husband and wife as they tell the...

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Moods

emotional 91%
sad 75%
reflective 44%
challenging 31%
dark 26%
tense 24%
hopeful 15%
mysterious 8%
informative 6%
inspiring 4%
adventurous 2%
funny 2%

Pace

medium 64%
fast 24%
slow 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 47% | Character: 44% | Plot: 8%

Strong character development?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 6%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 55% | Yes: 27% | No: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 72% | No: 16% | It's complicated: 6% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 82% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 5%

Average rating

4.08

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