This Side Of Paradise: F Scott Fitzgerald by F. Scott Fitzgerald

This Side Of Paradise: F Scott Fitzgerald

F. Scott Fitzgerald

282 pages first pub 1920 (editions)

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This Side Of Paradise: F Scott Fitzgerald by F. Scott Fitzgerald is a captivating read for anyone who has ever grappled with the complexities of identity, morality, and the pursuit of status, and is drawn to the Jazz Age's vibrant yet disillusioned spirit.

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This Side of Paradise is the debut novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald, published in 1920. The book examines the lives and morality of post-World War I youth. Its protagonist Amory Blaine is an attractive student at Princeton University who dabbles in li...

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Moods

reflective 83%
emotional 48%
sad 30%
challenging 26%
funny 12%
dark 11%
inspiring 10%
adventurous 7%
hopeful 7%
lighthearted 6%
informative 4%
tense 4%
relaxing 3%
mysterious 2%

Pace

slow 61%
medium 33%
fast 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 89% | A mix: 8% | Plot: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 31% | No: 16% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

No: 49% | It's complicated: 36% | Yes: 13%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 87% | It's complicated: 5% | Yes: 5% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 92% | It's complicated: 6%

Average rating

3.48

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