How to Escape from a Leper Colony by Tiphanie Yanique

How to Escape from a Leper Colony

Tiphanie Yanique

182 pages first pub 2010 (editions)

fiction magical realism short stories dark medium-paced
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An enthralling debut collection from a singular Caribbean voiceFor a leper, many things are impossible, and many other things are easily done. Babalao Chuck said he could fly to the other side of the island and peek at the nuns bathing. And when ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 65 reviews

Moods

emotional 100%
dark 50%
reflective 50%
challenging 33%
adventurous 16%
funny 16%
tense 16%

Pace

medium 66%
fast 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 75% | Character: 25%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 66% | Yes: 33%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 66% | Yes: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 66% | N/A: 33%

Average rating

3.81

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