The Summer Guest by Justin Cronin

The Summer Guest

Justin Cronin

369 pages first pub 2004 (editions)

fiction contemporary reflective slow-paced

Description

With a rare combination of emotional insight, narrative power, and lyrical grace, Justin Cronin transforms the simple story of a dying man's last wish into a rich tapestry of family love.  On an evening in late summer, the great financier Harry Wa...

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Community Reviews Summary of 177 reviews

Moods

reflective 100%
emotional 50%
hopeful 50%

Pace

slow 50%
medium 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Character: 50%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

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

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 100%

Average rating

3.93

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