Beebo Brinker by Ann Bannon

233 pages first pub 1962 (editions)

fiction lgbtqia+ adventurous emotional medium-paced
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Designated the Queen of Lesbian Pulp Fiction for authoring five landmark novels beginning in 1957, Ann Bannon's work defined lesbian fiction for the pre-Stonewall generation. Unlike many writers of the period, however, Bannon broke through the sha...

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Community Reviews Summary of 203 reviews

Moods

emotional 87%
adventurous 50%
reflective 37%
funny 25%
hopeful 25%
sad 18%
informative 12%
lighthearted 12%
tense 12%
challenging 6%
inspiring 6%
relaxing 6%

Pace

medium 78%
fast 21%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 85% | Plot: 7% | A mix: 7%

Strong character development?

Yes: 53% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 13%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 37% | No: 12%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 21%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 57% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 14% | N/A: 7%

Average rating

3.56

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