The Mark and the Void by Paul Murray

The Mark and the Void

Paul Murray

480 pages first pub 2015 (editions)

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For readers who delight in witty, satirical explorations of the human condition, particularly those fascinated by the absurdities of modern life, love, and the financial world, The Mark and the Void by Paul Murray is a clever and humorous tale that will resonate with its clever wordplay and clever observations.

Description

A madcap novel of institutional folly, following the success of Paul Murray's wildly original breakout hit, Skippy DiesMeet Claude: an investment bank drone longing for something more meaningful. Marooned in soggy Dublin, he yearns for art, philos...

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Community Reviews

3.57
based on 355 reviews

Moods

funny: 85%

mysterious: 33%

reflective: 33%

challenging: 28%

lighthearted: 28%

adventurous: 19%

dark: 19%

informative: 14%

emotional: 9%

hopeful: 9%

sad: 9%

tense: 9%

inspiring: 4%


Pace

12% of readers chose fast
58% of readers chose medium
29% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

18% of readers chose Plot
40% of readers chose A mix
40% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

54% of readers chose Yes
27% of readers chose Complicated
18% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

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

Diverse cast of characters?

38% of readers chose Yes
4% of readers chose Complicated
57% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Flaws of characters a main focus?

89% of readers chose Yes
10% of readers chose No
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No

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