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A review by karenmsecrest
The Cold Millions by Jess Walter
challenging
informative
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Historical fiction set in Spokane and the PNW, this is a fascinating look at a time and lifestyle I’ve never learned about. A wild cast of characters and events, heartbreaking prose, and all of it set in the backdrop of my home state. I loved it; morbs, drunks, Wobblies and all.
Moderate: Alcoholism, Sexism, Violence, and Police brutality