Chocolat amer by Eduardo Jiménez, Jacques Rémy-Zéphir, Laura Esquivel

248 pages first pub 1989 (editions)

fiction historical magical realism romance lighthearted tense fast-paced

Description

Earthy, magical, and utterly charming, this tale of family life in turn-of-the-century Mexico became a best-selling phenomenon with its winning blend of poignant romance and bittersweet wit.The number one bestseller in Mexico and America for almos...

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Community Reviews Summary of 8 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 100%
relaxing 100%
sad 100%

Pace

fast 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 100%

Strong character development?

No: 100%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.34

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