Alburquerque by Rudolfo Anaya

Alburquerque

Rudolfo Anaya

280 pages first pub 1992 (editions)

fiction classics magical realism mystery challenging mysterious reflective medium-paced

Description

"Alburquerque is a rich and tempestuous book, full of love and compassion, the complex and exciting skullduggery of politics, and the age-old quest for roots, identity, family. . . . There is a marvelous tapestry of interwoven myth and magic that ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 46 reviews

Moods

reflective 100%
emotional 80%
adventurous 60%
inspiring 60%
mysterious 60%
hopeful 40%
lighthearted 20%
relaxing 20%
sad 20%
tense 20%

Pace

slow 50%
medium 25%
fast 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

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

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.69

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