The Book of Chameleons by José Eduardo Agualusa

The Book of Chameleons

José Eduardo Agualusa with Daniel Hahn (Translator)

180 pages • first pub 2004 (editions)

fiction magical realism reflective slow-paced
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Félix Ventura trades in an unusual commodity; he is a dealer in memories, clandestinely selling new pasts to people whose futures are secure and who lack only a good lineage to complete their lives.In this completely original murder mystery, where...

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Community Reviews Summary of 430 reviews

Moods

reflective 66%
mysterious 55%
emotional 25%
adventurous 13%
challenging 13%
relaxing 11%
sad 11%
funny 8%
inspiring 8%
informative 5%
tense 5%
dark 2%
hopeful 2%
lighthearted 2%

Pace

medium 37%
fast 37%
slow 24%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 56% | A mix: 36% | Plot: 6%

Strong character development?

Yes: 43% | No: 34% | It's complicated: 21%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 47% | It's complicated: 44% | No: 8%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 78% | No: 15% | It's complicated: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 37% | It's complicated: 31% | Yes: 31%

Average rating

3.83

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