The Wind Whistling in the Cranes by Lídia Jorge

The Wind Whistling in the Cranes

Lídia Jorge

517 pages first pub 2002 (editions)

fiction literary emotional reflective medium-paced

Description

This breathtaking saga, set in the 1990s, tells the story of the landlords and tenants of a derelict canning factory in southern Portugal. The wealthy, always-scheming Leandros have owned the building since be...

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Community Reviews Summary of 9 reviews

Moods

challenging 60%
emotional 60%
dark 40%
reflective 40%
sad 40%
mysterious 20%
relaxing 20%

Pace

slow 80%
medium 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Character: 50%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.72

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