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296 pages • first pub 1931 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780385279765
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Doubleday
Publication date: Not specified
All Passion Spent by Vita Sackville-West is a poignant and introspective novel that will resonate deeply with readers who appreciate thoughtful explorations of life's complexities, societal expectations, and the beauty of self-discovery, making it a perfect fit for those who enjoy character-driven fiction and literary classics that celebrate the wisdom of age and the power of living life on one's own terms.
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In 1860, as a young girl of 17, Lady Slane nurtures a secret, burning ambition—to become an artist. She becomes, instead, the wife of a great statesman and the mother of six children. Seventy years later, released by widowhood, and to the dismay o...
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Moods
reflective: 96%
emotional: 42%
inspiring: 34%
funny: 23%
relaxing: 23%
hopeful: 21%
sad: 18%
lighthearted: 14%
challenging: 7%
dark: 2%
informative: 2%
mysterious: 2%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Moderate
Death296 pages • first pub 1931 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780385279765
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Doubleday
Publication date: Not specified
All Passion Spent by Vita Sackville-West is a poignant and introspective novel that will resonate deeply with readers who appreciate thoughtful explorations of life's complexities, societal expectations, and the beauty of self-discovery, making it a perfect fit for those who enjoy character-driven fiction and literary classics that celebrate the wisdom of age and the power of living life on one's own terms.
Description
In 1860, as a young girl of 17, Lady Slane nurtures a secret, burning ambition—to become an artist. She becomes, instead, the wife of a great statesman and the mother of six children. Seventy years later, released by widowhood, and to the dismay o...
Community Reviews
Moods
reflective: 96%
emotional: 42%
inspiring: 34%
funny: 23%
relaxing: 23%
hopeful: 21%
sad: 18%
lighthearted: 14%
challenging: 7%
dark: 2%
informative: 2%
mysterious: 2%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Moderate
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