The Bullet Swallower by Elizabeth Gonzalez James

The Bullet Swallower

Elizabeth Gonzalez James

257 pages • first pub 2024 (editions)

fiction historical literary magical realism adventurous challenging dark medium-paced
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In 1895, Antonio Sonoro is the latest in a long line of ruthless men. He’s good with his gun and is drawn to trouble but he’s also out of money and out of options. A drought has ravaged the town of Dorado, Mexico, where he lives with his wife and ...

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Moods

adventurous 92%
dark 55%
emotional 43%
tense 40%
reflective 38%
mysterious 32%
sad 24%
challenging 17%
hopeful 10%
funny 6%
inspiring 5%
informative 2%

Pace

medium 64%
fast 18%
slow 17%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 52% | Character: 36% | Plot: 10%

Strong character development?

Yes: 79% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 4%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 51% | Yes: 26% | No: 22%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 78% | No: 11% | It's complicated: 7% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 94% | It's complicated: 3% | No: 1%

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3.84

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