A Good House by Bonnie Burnard

A Good House

Bonnie Burnard

283 pages first pub 1999 (editions)

fiction contemporary historical emotional reflective slow-paced

Description

A novel about three generations of ordinary smalltown people form 1950-1990. Burnard's sensitivity to emotional nuances creates a rich portrait of ordinary life.

Community Reviews Summary of 99 reviews

Moods

reflective 66%
challenging 33%
emotional 33%
informative 33%
lighthearted 33%
relaxing 33%

Pace

slow 66%
medium 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Average rating

3.72

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