Ordinary Love and Good Will by Jane Smiley

Ordinary Love and Good Will

Jane Smiley

218 pages first pub 1989 (editions)

fiction contemporary short stories reflective slow-paced
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"The emotional and moral complexity that [Jane Smiley] uncovers in the characters of these resonant novellas confirms [her] singular talent. ORDINARY LOVE & GOOD WILL is an extraordinary achievement". Despite the carefully self-sufficient life...

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Community Reviews Summary of 105 reviews

Moods

emotional 85%
reflective 85%
sad 42%
dark 28%
inspiring 28%
challenging 14%
hopeful 14%
relaxing 14%

Pace

slow 71%
medium 28%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 83% | A mix: 16%

Strong character development?

Yes: 66% | No: 16% | It's complicated: 16%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 50% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 60% | No: 40%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.68

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