The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri

The Namesake

Jhumpa Lahiri with Sarita Choudhury (Narrator)

10 hours, 10 minutes first pub 2003 (editions)

fiction contemporary literary emotional reflective medium-paced
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Description

When an Indian family immigrates to America, their son must come to terms with his unusual name, American culture and family heritage.

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Moods

reflective 83%
emotional 80%
sad 33%
hopeful 25%
inspiring 17%
challenging 9%
informative 8%
relaxing 7%
adventurous 6%
lighthearted 5%
tense 5%
funny 3%
dark 2%

Pace

medium 65%
slow 26%
fast 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 81% | A mix: 15% | Plot: 3%

Strong character development?

Yes: 86% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 64% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 86% | No: 7% | It's complicated: 5% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 69% | It's complicated: 17% | No: 11% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

4.01

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