fiction classics historical young adult dark emotional reflective medium-paced

160 pages | first published 1972

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Out of a rare American tradition, sweet as hay, grounded in the gentle austerities of the Book of Shaker, and in the Universal countryman's acceptance of birth, death, and the hard work of wresting a life from the land comes this haunting novel of...
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Summary of 419 reviews

Moods

sad 100%
dark 75%
emotional 75%
lighthearted 50%
reflective 50%
funny 25%
hopeful 25%

Pace

medium 75%
fast 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

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

Strong character development?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 25%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 75% | Yes: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 25% | Yes: 25%

Average rating

3.25

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