Kristin Lavransdatter, III: The Cross by Sigrid Undset

Kristin Lavransdatter, III: The Cross

Kristin Lavransdatter #3

Sigrid Undset with Tiina Nunnally (Translator)

430 pages first pub 1922 (editions)

fiction classics historical challenging informative reflective slow-paced

Description

" Sigrid Undset] should be the next Elena Ferrante." --Slate A Penguin Classic Kristin Lavransdatter interweaves political, social, and religious history with the daily aspects of family life to create a colorful, richly detailed tapestry of Norwa...

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Community Reviews Summary of 213 reviews

Moods

emotional 85%
reflective 85%
sad 57%
challenging 28%
dark 28%
adventurous 14%
informative 14%
tense 14%

Pace

slow 75%
medium 12%
fast 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 57% | A mix: 28% | Plot: 14%

Strong character development?

Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 16%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 83% | Yes: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 83% | Yes: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

4.2

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