To Live by Michael Berry, Yu Hua

To Live

Michael Berry, Yu Hua

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From the author of Brothers and China in Ten Words this celebrated contemporary classic of Chinese literature was also adapted for film by Zhang Yimou. This searing novel, originally banned in China but later named one of that nation's most influe...

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Community Reviews Summary of 780 reviews

Moods

sad 86%
emotional 82%
reflective 64%
dark 40%
inspiring 20%
challenging 18%
hopeful 16%
informative 16%
tense 11%
adventurous 8%
funny 3%

Pace

medium 59%
fast 29%
slow 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 46% | A mix: 40% | Plot: 13%

Strong character development?

Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 4%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 48% | It's complicated: 38% | No: 12% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 43% | No: 30% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 13%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 5%

Average rating

4.23

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