The Devil in America by Kai Ashante Wilson

The Devil in America

Kai Ashante Wilson

32 pages first pub 2014 (editions)

fiction fantasy horror short stories emotional reflective slow-paced

Description

Scant years after the Civil War, a mysterious family confronts the legacy that has pursued them across centuries, out of slavery, and finally to the idyllic peace of the town of Rosetree. The shattering consequences of this confrontation echo back...

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Community Reviews Summary of 84 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
sad 71%
challenging 57%
emotional 57%
tense 57%
mysterious 28%
reflective 28%
adventurous 7%
inspiring 7%

Pace

medium 46%
fast 38%
slow 15%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 66% | Character: 16% | Plot: 16%

Strong character development?

Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 28%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 88% | No: 11%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 57% | It's complicated: 28% | No: 14%

Average rating

4.31

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