The Truth by Michael Palin

The Truth

Michael Palin

261 pages first pub 2012 (view editions)

fiction travel adventurous funny reflective slow-paced
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The Truth by Michael Palin is ideal for readers who enjoy contemplative journeys that blend humor and introspection, appealing to those drawn to stories of self-discovery and the complexities of idealism in a vividly portrayed world.

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“An ingeniously plotted, beautifully written and hugely enjoyable book that raises tricky questions about... our need for heroes [and] the price of personal compromise.’”—The Daily TelegraphFor the first time since his much-beloved tale Hemingway'...

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Community Reviews

3.37
based on 134 reviews

Moods

adventurous: 66%

lighthearted: 50%

emotional: 33%

mysterious: 33%

reflective: 33%

funny: 16%

tense: 16%


Pace

16% of readers chose fast
50% of readers chose medium
33% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

50% of readers chose A mix
50% of readers chose Character
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

66% of readers chose Yes
33% of readers chose No
Yes
No

Loveable characters?

66% of readers chose Yes
33% of readers chose Complicated
Yes
Complicated

Diverse cast of characters?

33% of readers chose Yes
33% of readers chose Complicated
33% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Flaws of characters a main focus?

66% of readers chose Yes
33% of readers chose No
Yes
No

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