Astra: A Novel by Cedar Bowers
Astra: A Novel

Cedar Bowers

Astra: A Novel

Cedar Bowers

304 pages first pub 2021 (editions)

fiction contemporary lgbtqia+ literary emotional reflective medium-paced

Description

Born and raised on a remote British Columbia commune, Astra Brine has long struggled to find her way in the world, her life becoming a study of the thin line between dependence and love, need and desire. Over the years, as her path intersects with...

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Community Reviews Summary of 235 reviews

Moods

reflective 85%
emotional 81%
sad 27%
challenging 20%
hopeful 18%
mysterious 17%
adventurous 12%
dark 12%
inspiring 10%
tense 4%
funny 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 64%
fast 18%
slow 17%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 87% | A mix: 10% | Plot: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 3%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 44% | Yes: 34% | No: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 45% | Yes: 40% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 9%

Average rating

4.28

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