Ravel by Jean Echenoz, Linda Coverdale

192 pages first pub 2006 (editions)

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Ravel by Jean Echenoz, Linda Coverdale is a captivating read for music lovers and anyone fascinated by the intersection of art, identity, and the human experience, as it offers a poignant and humorous exploration of the life and legacy of a musical genius.

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Ravel is a beguiling and original evocation of the last ten years in the life of the musical genius Ravel, written by novelist Jean Echenoz.The book opens in 1928 as Maurice Ravel—dandy, eccentric, curmudgeon—crosses the Atlantic abroad the luxury...

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Community Reviews

3.69
based on 105 reviews

Moods

reflective: 76%

informative: 61%

sad: 53%

funny: 30%

emotional: 15%

inspiring: 15%

lighthearted: 15%

adventurous: 7%

challenging: 7%

mysterious: 7%

relaxing: 7%


Pace

42% of readers chose fast
35% of readers chose medium
21% of readers chose slow
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medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

14% of readers chose A mix
85% of readers chose Character
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Character

Strong character development?

30% of readers chose Yes
38% of readers chose Complicated
30% of readers chose No
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Complicated
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Loveable characters?

46% of readers chose Yes
15% of readers chose Complicated
38% of readers chose No
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Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

7% of readers chose Yes
92% of readers chose No
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No

Flaws of characters a main focus?

53% of readers chose Yes
30% of readers chose Complicated
15% of readers chose No
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Complicated
No

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