In the Year of the Boar and Jackie Robinson by Bette Bao Lord

In the Year of the Boar and Jackie Robinson

Bette Bao Lord

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Description

In 1947, the Year of the Boar, Sixth Cousin, also known as Bandit, leaves China with her parents for a new beginning in America. Proud of the American name that she chose herself, Shirley Temple Wong is optimistic that her new home will be the lan...

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Community Reviews Summary of 437 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 80%
hopeful 60%
adventurous 40%
inspiring 40%
funny 20%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 33%
slow 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 40% | Character: 40% | Plot: 20%

Strong character development?

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

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 75% | N/A: 25%

Average rating

3.82

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