The Guest by Albert Camus

The Guest

Albert Camus

32 pages • first pub 1997 (editions)

fiction classics short stories challenging reflective slow-paced
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Description

An Algerian schoolteacher develops a strange alliance with the Arab prisoner temporarily left in his charge, giving him the chance to select his own destiny.

Community Reviews Summary of 47 reviews

Moods

reflective 50%
mysterious 41%
tense 41%
challenging 25%
dark 25%
emotional 25%
hopeful 16%
informative 16%
inspiring 16%
sad 16%

Pace

fast 70%
medium 30%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 66% | A mix: 22% | N/A: 11%

Strong character development?

No: 57% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 14%

Loveable characters?

No: 37% | It's complicated: 37% | N/A: 12% | Yes: 12%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 62% | No: 12% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 12%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 50% | No: 37% | N/A: 12%

Average rating

3.74

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