Life and Death of Harriett Frean by May Sinclair, Francine Prose

Life and Death of Harriett Frean

May Sinclair, Francine Prose

112 pages first pub 1922 (editions)

fiction classics historical reflective slow-paced

Description

“In a few short pages,” writes Francine Prose in her Introduction, “May Sinclair succeeds in rendering the oppressive weight and strength of the chains of family love.” Young Harriett Frean is taught that “behaving beautifully” is paramount, and s...

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Community Reviews Summary of 144 reviews

Moods

emotional 80%
reflective 80%
sad 40%
challenging 20%
dark 20%
hopeful 20%
mysterious 20%

Pace

slow 40%
fast 40%
medium 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 80% | Plot: 20%

Strong character development?

No: 66% | Yes: 33%

Loveable characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

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

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.5

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