The Bear Came Over the Mountain by Alice Munro

The Bear Came Over the Mountain

Alice Munro

49 pages first pub 1999 (editions)

fiction literary short stories reflective slow-paced

Description

A reluctant decision is made to put Fiona in a home catering for those suffering from Alzheimer's. When her husband, Grant, comes to see her, he is confused and dismayed to learn that she has struck up a close relationship with a fellow patient.Pa...

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Community Reviews Summary of 124 reviews

Moods

reflective 100%
dark 75%
sad 75%
emotional 50%
challenging 25%
tense 25%

Pace

slow 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 66% | Plot: 33%

Strong character development?

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

Loveable characters?

No: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | Yes: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.62

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