An Inspector Calls by J.B. Priestley

An Inspector Calls

J.B. Priestley

79 pages first pub 1945 (editions)

fiction classics play mysterious reflective tense fast-paced
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An Inspector Calls by J.B. Priestley is a gripping and challenging read that will resonate with readers who appreciate complex social commentary, family dynamics, and moral introspection, making it a perfect fit for those who enjoy character-driven stories that challenge their perspectives on class, relationships, and the human condition.

Description

The action of the play occurs in an English industrial city, where a young girl commits suicide and an eminently respectable British family is subject to a routine inquiry in connection with the death. An inspector calls to interrogate the family,...

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Community Reviews

3.79
based on 5,512 reviews

Moods

mysterious: 76%

reflective: 64%

tense: 55%

dark: 47%

emotional: 26%

challenging: 21%

informative: 17%

sad: 15%

inspiring: 11%

hopeful: 6%

funny: 5%

adventurous: 4%


Pace

71% of readers chose fast
22% of readers chose medium
5% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

13% of readers chose Plot
36% of readers chose A mix
50% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

58% of readers chose Yes
33% of readers chose Complicated
7% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

5% of readers chose Yes
45% of readers chose Complicated
46% of readers chose No
1% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Diverse cast of characters?

9% of readers chose Yes
10% of readers chose Complicated
75% of readers chose No
3% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

95% of readers chose Yes
1% of readers chose Complicated
1% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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