fiction contemporary dark tense slow-paced

450 pages | first published 2012

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From revered Colombian writer Laura Restrepo comes the smart, thrilling story of a young woman trying to outrun a nightmare.María Paz is a young Latin American woman who, like many others, has come to America chasing a dream. When she is accused o...
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Summary of 37 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
mysterious 100%
tense 100%

Pace

slow 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 100%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.36

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