The Game of Love and Death by Martha Brockenbrough

The Game of Love and Death

Martha Brockenbrough

fiction contemporary fantasy magical realism emotional reflective slow-paced

336 pages | first published 2015

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Flora and Henry were born a few blocks from each other, innocent of the forces that might keep a white boy and an African American girl apart; years later they meet again and their mutual love of music sparks an even more powerful connection. But ...
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Summary of 919 reviews

Moods

emotional 92%
reflective 55%
hopeful 40%
inspiring 37%
sad 29%
adventurous 25%
dark 22%
tense 22%
challenging 18%
mysterious 18%
funny 11%
lighthearted 3%

Pace

medium 60%
slow 30%
fast 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 56% | A mix: 34% | Plot: 8%

Strong character development?

Yes: 76% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 8%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 72% | No: 16% | It's complicated: 12%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 87% | No: 8% | It's complicated: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 41% | It's complicated: 29% | No: 25% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

3.7

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