The Poor Christ Of Bomba by Mongo Beti

The Poor Christ Of Bomba

Mongo Beti with Gerald Moore (Translator)

219 pages first pub 1956 (editions)

fiction classics challenging dark reflective slow-paced

Description

In Bomba girls are being prepared for Christian marriage. Gradually it becomes apparent that the local churchmen have been using the girls for their own purposes.

Community Reviews Summary of 28 reviews

Moods

challenging 66%
emotional 66%
adventurous 33%
dark 33%
informative 33%
lighthearted 33%
reflective 33%
sad 33%
tense 33%

Pace

medium 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 50%

Loveable characters?

No: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.45

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