The Gospel According to the New World by Maryse Condé

The Gospel According to the New World

Maryse Condé with Richard Philcox (Translator)

251 pages • first pub 2023 (editions)

fiction literary emotional reflective medium-paced

Description

A miracle baby is born on Easter Sunday, rumored to be the child of God. Award-winning Caribbean author Maryse Condé follows his journey in search of his origins and mission.One Easter Sunday, Madame Ballandra puts her hands together and exclaims:...

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Community Reviews Summary of 65 reviews

Moods

reflective 85%
mysterious 40%
challenging 33%
funny 29%
emotional 18%
hopeful 18%
adventurous 14%
lighthearted 11%
sad 11%
dark 7%
inspiring 7%
informative 3%
relaxing 3%

Pace

medium 64%
slow 29%
fast 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 53% | Character: 33% | Plot: 13%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 35% | No: 32% | Yes: 28% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

No: 46% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 16% | N/A: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 89% | No: 7% | It's complicated: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 65% | It's complicated: 17% | No: 17%

Average rating

3.0

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