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246 pages | first published 1988

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Barbara Kingsolver's 1988 debut novel is a classic workof American fiction. Now a standard in college literature classes across thenation, and a book that appears in translation across the globe,The BeanTrees is not only a literary masterpiece but...
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Summary of 5346 reviews

Moods

emotional 72%
hopeful 55%
reflective 47%
adventurous 29%
inspiring 29%
funny 25%
sad 22%
lighthearted 14%
challenging 12%
dark 5%
informative 5%
mysterious 4%
relaxing 4%
tense 4%

Pace

medium 67%
slow 17%
fast 15%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 63% | A mix: 33% | Plot: 2%

Strong character development?

Yes: 86% | It's complicated: 9% | No: 4%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 9% | No: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 6% | No: 6% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 48% | No: 27% | It's complicated: 22% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.94

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