Reeds in the Wind by Grazia Deledda

Reeds in the Wind

Grazia Deledda with Martha King (Translator)

212 pages first pub 1913 (editions)

fiction classics reflective slow-paced

Description

The rugged landscape of Baronia on Sardinia sets the scene for this novel of crime, guilt and retribution. This novel presents the story of the Pintor sisters - from a family of noble landowners now in decline - their nephew Giacinto, and their se...

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Community Reviews Summary of 153 reviews

Moods

reflective 73%
sad 66%
emotional 46%
challenging 20%
mysterious 20%
tense 20%
adventurous 13%
dark 13%
inspiring 6%

Pace

slow 81%
medium 18%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 61% | A mix: 15% | Plot: 15% | N/A: 7%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 45% | No: 27% | Yes: 18% | N/A: 9%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 63% | No: 27% | Yes: 9%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 90% | N/A: 9%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 83% | No: 16%

Average rating

3.56

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