Dew on the Thorn by Jovita Gonzalez Mireles, Jovita Gonzalez

181 pages first pub 1997 (editions)

fiction classics historical emotional reflective slow-paced

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Dew on the Thorn seeks to recreate the life of Texas Mexicans as Anglo culture was gradually encroaching upon them. Gonzalez provides us with a richly detailed portrait of South Texas, focusing on the cultural traditions of Texas Mexicans at a tim...

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Moods

challenging 100%
emotional 100%

Pace

slow 100%

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Character: 100%

Strong character development?

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Loveable characters?

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Diverse cast of characters?

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Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

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3.44

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