Fresh Complaint: Stories by Jeffrey Eugenides

Fresh Complaint: Stories

Jeffrey Eugenides

missing duration info Add in missing duration information first pub 2013 (editions)

fiction contemporary literary short stories emotional reflective medium-paced
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The theme of complaint extends beyond the title story, but for listeners the key takeaway is the word 'fresh.' Jeffrey Eugenides's fresh writing...showcases his originality and -- since he also narrates it -- his ability to navigate multiple accen...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,072 reviews

Moods

reflective 78%
emotional 51%
dark 36%
sad 36%
funny 34%
challenging 29%
tense 14%
mysterious 7%
adventurous 4%
hopeful 4%
informative 2%
lighthearted 2%
relaxing 2%

Pace

medium 71%
fast 19%
slow 8%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 58% | A mix: 35% | N/A: 5%

Strong character development?

No: 28% | Yes: 25% | It's complicated: 23% | N/A: 23%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 47% | No: 28% | Yes: 13% | N/A: 10%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 60% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 7% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 74% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 5%

Average rating

3.5

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