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256 pages • first pub 1995 (view editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780571351664
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Faber Faber
Edition Pub Date: 03 October 2019
The Temporary is ideal for readers who enjoy introspective character studies exploring themes of identity and disillusionment in modern urban life.
Description
Ralph Loman works in an unsatisfying job, for a free London newspaper, when Francine Snaith, a temporary secretary for a corporate finance firm, unexpectedly crosses his path at a party. Her beauty ignites a blaze of excitement in his troubled hea...
Community Reviews
Moods
tense: 64%
reflective: 60%
dark: 50%
emotional: 32%
challenging: 14%
funny: 14%
mysterious: 10%
sad: 7%
hopeful: 3%
lighthearted: 3%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Moderate
Abortion, Emotional abuse, Toxic relationship
256 pages • first pub 1995 (view editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780571351664
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Faber Faber
Edition Pub Date: 03 October 2019
The Temporary is ideal for readers who enjoy introspective character studies exploring themes of identity and disillusionment in modern urban life.
Description
Ralph Loman works in an unsatisfying job, for a free London newspaper, when Francine Snaith, a temporary secretary for a corporate finance firm, unexpectedly crosses his path at a party. Her beauty ignites a blaze of excitement in his troubled hea...
Community Reviews
Moods
tense: 64%
reflective: 60%
dark: 50%
emotional: 32%
challenging: 14%
funny: 14%
mysterious: 10%
sad: 7%
hopeful: 3%
lighthearted: 3%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Moderate
Abortion, Emotional abuse, Toxic relationship