Ghosts by Paul Auster

96 pages first pub 1986 (editions)

fiction mystery challenging mysterious slow-paced
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The second book in the acclaimed New York Trilogy--a detective story that becomes a haunting and eerie exploration of identity and deception. It is a story of hidden violence that culminates in an inevitable but unexpectedly shattering climax.

Community Reviews Summary of 513 reviews

Moods

mysterious 100%
reflective 45%
dark 40%
tense 40%
challenging 27%
emotional 13%
sad 13%
adventurous 9%

Pace

slow 47%
medium 34%
fast 17%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 63% | A mix: 26% | Plot: 10%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 41% | No: 35% | Yes: 23%

Loveable characters?

No: 61% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 87% | N/A: 12%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 43% | N/A: 6%

Average rating

3.6

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