Pastoral by André Alexis

162 pages first pub 2014 (editions)

fiction literary reflective relaxing slow-paced

Description

There were plans for an official welcome. It was to take place the following Sunday. But those who came to the rectory on Father Pennant's second day were the ones who could not resist seeing him sooner. Here was the man to whom they would confess...

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Community Reviews Summary of 110 reviews

Moods

reflective 90%
mysterious 60%
emotional 40%
relaxing 30%
hopeful 20%
inspiring 20%
sad 20%
lighthearted 10%

Pace

medium 70%
slow 20%
fast 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 71% | A mix: 28%

Strong character development?

Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 28%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 57% | It's complicated: 42%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | Yes: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 16%

Average rating

3.92

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