Above the Waterfall by Ron Rash

Above the Waterfall

Ron Rash

256 pages first pub 2014 (editions)

fiction contemporary literary mystery poetry reflective slow-paced

Description

In this poetic and haunting tale set in contemporary Appalachia, New York Times bestselling author Ron Rash illuminates lives shaped by violence and a powerful connection to the land.Les, a long-time sheriff just three-weeks from retirement, conte...

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Moods

mysterious 85%
dark 57%
emotional 42%
reflective 42%
sad 42%
hopeful 28%
tense 28%
adventurous 14%
challenging 14%
informative 14%

Pace

medium 50%
slow 37%
fast 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 42% | Plot: 28% | A mix: 14% | N/A: 14%

Strong character development?

Yes: 42% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 14%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 57% | Yes: 28% | N/A: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 57% | Yes: 28% | N/A: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 42% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 14%

Average rating

3.44

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