Capital by John Lanchester

Capital

John Lanchester

577 pages first pub 2012 (editions)

fiction contemporary mysterious reflective medium-paced
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Capital by John Lanchester is a perfect fit for readers who appreciate provocative, character-driven stories that explore the complexities of community, wealth, and the human experience, set against the vibrant backdrop of modern-day London.

Description

The residents of Pepys Road, London - a banker and his shopaholic wife, an old woman dying of a brain tumour, a family of Pakistani shop owners, the young football star from Senegal and his minder - all receive an anonymous postcard one day with a...

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Community Reviews

3.67
based on 1,102 reviews

Moods

reflective: 58%

mysterious: 44%

funny: 34%

lighthearted: 27%

emotional: 24%

challenging: 20%

dark: 10%

informative: 10%

sad: 10%

hopeful: 6%

adventurous: 3%

inspiring: 3%

relaxing: 3%

tense: 3%


Pace

6% of readers chose fast
53% of readers chose medium
40% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

12% of readers chose Plot
33% of readers chose A mix
54% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

57% of readers chose Yes
19% of readers chose Complicated
23% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

14% of readers chose Yes
51% of readers chose Complicated
29% of readers chose No
3% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Diverse cast of characters?

89% of readers chose Yes
7% of readers chose Complicated
3% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Flaws of characters a main focus?

69% of readers chose Yes
13% of readers chose Complicated
17% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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