The Book of Essie by Meghan MacLean Weir

The Book of Essie

Meghan MacLean Weir

fiction contemporary mysterious reflective medium-paced

336 pages | first published 2018

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A captivating novel of family, fame, and religion that tells the story of the seventeen-year-old daughter of an evangelical preacher, star of the family's hit reality show, and the secret pregnancy that threatens to blow their entire world apart. ...
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Summary of 4204 reviews

Moods

emotional 67%
dark 49%
sad 36%
reflective 34%
hopeful 32%
tense 28%
challenging 26%
inspiring 22%
mysterious 22%
adventurous 3%

Pace

medium 63%
fast 29%
slow 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 52% | Character: 33% | Plot: 14%

Strong character development?

Yes: 74% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 5%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 49% | It's complicated: 41% | No: 9%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 65% | It's complicated: 19% | Yes: 13% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 43% | It's complicated: 35% | No: 19% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.89

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