The Prospector by J.M.G. Le Clézio

The Prospector

J.M.G. Le Clézio

338 pages first pub 1985 (editions)

fiction reflective slow-paced
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The Prospector is the crowning achievement from one of France's preeminent contemporary novelists and a work rich with sensuality and haunting resonance. It is the turn of the century on the island of Mauritius, and young Alexis L'Etang enjoys an ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 54 reviews

Moods

adventurous 66%
reflective 66%
challenging 33%
dark 33%
emotional 33%
hopeful 33%
informative 33%
inspiring 33%
mysterious 33%
relaxing 33%
sad 33%

Pace

slow 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 50% | Plot: 50%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

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

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.29

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