The Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox by Maggie O'Farrell

The Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox

Maggie O'Farrell

256 pages • first pub 2006 (editions)

fiction historical literary mystery dark emotional sad medium-paced
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Readers who appreciate haunting, emotionally charged narratives exploring family secrets, the repercussions of societal norms on women's lives, and the complexities of memory and identity.

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From the New York Times best-selling author of Hamnet comes a gothic, intricate tale of family secrets, lost lives, and the freedom brought by truth... In the middle of tending to the everyday business at her vintage-clothing shop and sidestepping...

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Community Reviews

3.86
based on 5,141 reviews

Moods

emotional: 78%

sad: 67%

dark: 59%

mysterious: 54%

reflective: 46%

challenging: 25%

tense: 22%

hopeful: 4%

adventurous: 2%

informative: 2%

inspiring: 2%

funny: 1%

Pace

30% of readers chose fast
59% of readers chose medium
9% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

9% of readers chose Plot
45% of readers chose A mix
45% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

50% of readers chose Yes
31% of readers chose Complicated
16% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

42% of readers chose Yes
44% of readers chose Complicated
11% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

14% of readers chose Yes
6% of readers chose Complicated
76% of readers chose No
3% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

69% of readers chose Yes
20% of readers chose Complicated
9% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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