The Gospel According to the New World by Maryse Condé

The Gospel According to the New World

Maryse Condé

259 pages • first pub 2023 (editions) user-added

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Description

 SHORTLISTED FOR THE INTERNATIONAL BOOKER PRIZE 2023“The great voice of the Caribbean.” —Jury, International Booker 2023A miracle baby is born on Easter Sunday, rumored to be the child of God. Award-winning Caribbean author Maryse Condé follows hi...

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Community Reviews Summary of 66 reviews

Moods

reflective 85%
mysterious 40%
challenging 33%
funny 29%
emotional 18%
hopeful 18%
adventurous 14%
lighthearted 11%
sad 11%
dark 7%
inspiring 7%
informative 3%
relaxing 3%

Pace

medium 64%
slow 29%
fast 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 53% | Character: 33% | Plot: 13%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 35% | No: 32% | Yes: 28% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

No: 46% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 16% | N/A: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 89% | No: 7% | It's complicated: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 65% | It's complicated: 17% | No: 17%

Average rating

3.0

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