jmwise1's review against another edition
4.0
Strange to me how such simple stories could be so addicting. Fast read. It kinda reminded me of 100 Years of Solitude (w/o the magical realism) bc of the same circular timing, family sagas, small town, overlapping stories, good storytelling, and rich writing. Same morals as well: the sins of average people in a small town. Significant in its simplicity!
I enjoyed most of it, but some stories were just plain sad):
I enjoyed most of it, but some stories were just plain sad):
oliviamarrrobinson's review against another edition
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
karitu3's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
reflective
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
duzun's review against another edition
dark
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
nichole22's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
kevenant's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
bookhawk's review against another edition
4.0
Steinbeck assembled a terrific collection of interrelated short stories in this book. One of his earlier works, a reader could easily see the writing talent that later produced some of the greatest American novels. Highly recommended if you appreciate classic authors and solid writing.
fefe__b's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
erica_'s review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
jlmcclean's review
dark
funny
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
5.0