The Threads of the Heart by Carole Martinez

The Threads of the Heart

Carole Martinez with Howard Curtis (Translator)

fiction contemporary fantasy magical realism emotional slow-paced

400 pages | first published 2007

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A nineteenth century Spanish seamstress flees her village for Morocco in a novel with "a magical realist aspect . . . An epic sweep and a richness of characterization" (The Independent). They say Frasquita is a healer with occult powers; that perh...
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Community Reviews

Summary of 66 reviews

Moods

mysterious 100%
emotional 66%
inspiring 33%
reflective 33%
adventurous 16%
challenging 16%
lighthearted 16%
relaxing 16%
sad 16%

Pace

medium 50%
slow 33%
fast 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 60% | A mix: 40%

Strong character development?

Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 40%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 66% | No: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Average rating

4.14

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