fiction classics nature adventurous informative tense slow-paced

353 pages | first published 1941

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A violent storm, affectionately known as Maria, sweeps through California and changes the lives of many in its path.
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Summary of 25 reviews

Moods

informative 88%
adventurous 77%
tense 55%
reflective 44%
challenging 11%
dark 11%
funny 11%
sad 11%

Pace

slow 50%
medium 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 88% | A mix: 11%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 55% | No: 33% | N/A: 11%

Loveable characters?

N/A: 30% | No: 30% | It's complicated: 20% | Yes: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 75% | N/A: 12% | Yes: 12%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 62% | N/A: 25% | It's complicated: 12%

Average rating

3.53

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