Scan barcode
perenlop's review against another edition
challenging
dark
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Read this for class. Don't think it's for me. I'm usually that guy who actually really likes books given as an assignment to analyze them, and this has a lot to analyze for sure, but it just couldn't keep my attention. It was fine but don't recommend for a casual read unless you like the subject matter
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Death, Gore, Gun violence, Violence, Police brutality, and Murder
Moderate: Misogyny, Racial slurs, and Racism
Minor: Pregnancy
ssgcedits's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
informative
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
John Steinbeck is just one of the greatest, most brilliant authors in the English language. There really isn't much more to say other than I am so glad he chose to focus on the working class. This is a striking portrait of America's agricultural workers in the aftermath of the great depression. It is sublime.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Death, Gun violence, Violence, and Blood
Moderate: Misogyny