The Guardian by Nicholas Sparks

The Guardian

Nicholas Sparks

fiction contemporary romance mysterious medium-paced

464 pages | first published 2003

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Julie Barenson's young husband left her two unexpected gifts before he died: a Great Dane puppy named Singer and the promise that he would always be watching over her. Now, four years have passed. Still living in the small town of Swansboro, North...
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Summary of 3983 reviews

Moods

emotional 76%
tense 64%
mysterious 58%
dark 53%
sad 43%
hopeful 20%
inspiring 15%
challenging 12%
adventurous 7%
funny 7%
lighthearted 7%
reflective 7%

Pace

medium 73%
slow 13%
fast 13%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 42% | Plot: 35% | Character: 21%

Strong character development?

Yes: 62% | No: 22% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 70% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 77% | Yes: 14% | It's complicated: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 44% | No: 37% | It's complicated: 18%

Average rating

3.93

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