Crossing the Mangrove by Maryse Conde

Crossing the Mangrove

Maryse Conde

224 pages missing pub info (editions)

fiction literary mystery emotional mysterious reflective medium-paced

Description

In this beautifully crafted, Rashomon-like novel, Maryse Conde has written a gripping story imbued with all the nuances and traditions of Caribbean culture. Francis Sancher--a handsome outsider, loved by some and reviled by others--is found dead, ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 90 reviews

Moods

emotional 100%
mysterious 100%
dark 50%
reflective 50%
sad 50%
tense 50%

Pace

slow 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

N/A: 50% | Yes: 50%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | N/A: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.76

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