The Burgess Boys by Elizabeth Strout

The Burgess Boys

Elizabeth Strout

336 pages • first pub 2013 (editions)

fiction contemporary literary emotional reflective medium-paced

Description

A stunning story about the tragedies and triumphs of two brothers, from the bestselling author of the Pulitzer Prize-winning Olive Kitteridge. Exploring the ties that bind us to family and home, this novel will resonate with readers long after the...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,501 reviews

Moods

reflective 90%
emotional 85%
sad 45%
hopeful 21%
challenging 14%
dark 11%
inspiring 9%
tense 9%
funny 4%
informative 4%
mysterious 4%
lighthearted 2%

Pace

medium 48%
slow 46%
fast 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 70% | A mix: 26% | Plot: 2%

Strong character development?

Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 34% | No: 5%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 40% | No: 40% | Yes: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 71% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 97% | No: 2%

Average rating

3.45

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