Family Lore by Elizabeth Acevedo

Family Lore

Elizabeth Acevedo

384 pages • first pub 2023 (editions)

fiction literary magical realism emotional reflective medium-paced

Description

From bestselling, National Book Award–winning author Elizabeth Acevedo comes her first novel for adults, the story of one Dominican-American family told through the voices of its women as they await a gathering that will forever change their lives...

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Community Reviews Summary of 24 reviews

Moods

emotional 94%
reflective 55%
hopeful 33%
challenging 22%
inspiring 22%
sad 22%
funny 16%
tense 16%
adventurous 5%
informative 5%
lighthearted 5%
relaxing 5%

Pace

medium 58%
slow 35%
fast 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 68% | Plot: 18% | A mix: 12%

Strong character development?

Yes: 85% | No: 14%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 78% | It's complicated: 21%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 64% | It's complicated: 28% | No: 7%

Average rating

4.25

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