The Wind Whistling in the Cranes: A Novel by Lídia Jorge

The Wind Whistling in the Cranes: A Novel

Lídia Jorge with Margaret Jull Costa (Translator), Annie McDermott (Translator)

528 pages first pub 2002 (editions)

fiction literary emotional reflective medium-paced

Description

With the grand sweep of Elena Ferrante’s Neapolitan novels, this enduring tale transports us to a picturesque seaside town haunted by its colonial past.Considered one of Europe’s most influential contemporary writers, Portuguese novelist Lídia Jor...

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Community Reviews Summary of 8 reviews

Moods

emotional 75%
challenging 50%
dark 50%
reflective 50%
sad 50%
relaxing 25%

Pace

slow 75%
medium 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.75

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