The Book of Lost Saints: A Cuban American Family Saga of Love, Betrayal, and Revolution by Daniel José Older

The Book of Lost Saints: A Cuban American Family Saga of Love, Betrayal, and Revolution

Daniel José Older

fiction historical magical realism challenging emotional reflective medium-paced

336 pages | first published 2019

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Marisol vanished during the Cuban Revolution, disappearing with hardly a trace. Now, shaped by atrocities long-forgotten, her tenacious spirit visits her nephew, Ramón, in modern-day New Jersey. Her hope: that her presence will prompt him to unear...
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Summary of 170 reviews

Moods

emotional 81%
reflective 62%
challenging 50%
mysterious 43%
dark 37%
tense 37%
inspiring 25%
sad 25%
adventurous 18%
hopeful 12%
informative 12%
funny 6%

Pace

medium 66%
slow 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 69% | Character: 30%

Strong character development?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 78% | It's complicated: 21%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 7% | No: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 8%

Average rating

4.19

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