Bad Dirt by Annie Proulx

240 pages first pub 2004 (editions)

fiction short stories reflective medium-paced
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The stories in Annie Proulx's new collection are peopled by characters who struggle with circumstances beyond their control in a kind of rural noir half-light. Trouble comes at them from unexpected angles, and they will themselves through it, hard...

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Community Reviews Summary of 186 reviews

Moods

funny 55%
reflective 55%
dark 33%
lighthearted 33%
sad 33%
adventurous 22%
emotional 22%
hopeful 11%
informative 11%
relaxing 11%

Pace

medium 63%
slow 27%
fast 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Character: 25% | Plot: 12% | N/A: 12%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 62% | No: 25% | N/A: 12%

Loveable characters?

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

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 75% | It's complicated: 12% | Yes: 12%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

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

Average rating

3.83

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