The Brotherhood of the Grape by John Fante

The Brotherhood of the Grape

John Fante

204 pages first pub 1977 (editions)

fiction emotional reflective medium-paced

Description

Henry Molise, a 50 year old, successful writer, returns to the family home to help with the latest drama; his aging parents want to divorce. Henry's tyrannical, brick laying father, Nick, though weak and alcoholic, can still strike fear into the h...

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Community Reviews Summary of 82 reviews

Moods

emotional 100%
dark 66%
funny 66%
reflective 33%

Pace

fast 66%
medium 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

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

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

4.05

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