Snake by Kate Jennings

153 pages first pub 1996 (editions)

fiction literary reflective fast-paced

Description

My life is about to begin. This is the only thought in Irene's head on the day she marries a handsome Second World War veteran and becomes a farmer's wife. But Irene quickly grows restless. Bored to her back teeth, she is scornful of her dutiful ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 39 reviews

Moods

reflective 75%
dark 50%
emotional 50%
sad 50%
funny 25%
tense 25%

Pace

fast 75%
medium 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Loveable characters?

No: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.9

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