Dona Flor and Her Two Husbands by Jorge Amado

Dona Flor and Her Two Husbands

Jorge Amado

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fiction magical realism romance challenging reflective slow-paced

Description

It surprises no one that the charming but wayward Vadinho dos Guimaraes-a gambler notorious for never winning--dies during Carnival. His long suffering widow Dona Flor devotes herself to her cooking school and her friends, who urge her to remarry....

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Community Reviews Summary of 183 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 85%
emotional 71%
funny 71%
adventurous 28%
challenging 14%
inspiring 14%
relaxing 14%

Pace

slow 50%
medium 37%
fast 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 83% | A mix: 16%

Strong character development?

Yes: 50% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 16%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 83% | No: 16%

Average rating

3.85

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