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lsparrow's review against another edition
2.0
a story of finding and following the meandering and often lost family stories - the complex theme of belonging and the interplay of geography, culture and family.
lavloveslit's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.75
doritobabe's review against another edition
2.0
Removed original review because wow what a terrible review
I think that if I read this book again, now, I would love it. I may be more mature now.
I think that if I read this book again, now, I would love it. I may be more mature now.
everedeemed's review against another edition
1.0
I only got through the first 2 sections of part one in this book and early on decided this book was just not for me. Maybe I didn't give it a fair chance. It's a great read for those who can relate to the stories told. Although I love to learn of other cultures and ethnicities, this one just didn't pique my interest.
valesea's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
artanis's review against another edition
5.0
I cried myself to sleep after finishing this book. Full of grief, love, tragedy and beautiful themes that are told through different POVs, narratives and multiple generations. It touched me in a way that a book has not in a very VERY long time. Fully recommended.
lieselotm's review against another edition
3.0
Loved the stories of the different families.
Not a fan of the paranormal aspect of the book.
Not a fan of the paranormal aspect of the book.
valodniece's review against another edition
dark
informative
mysterious
slow-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
4.0
The history of Cuba, told by way of several families. How do they connect? Some of it you know from the family trees at the beginning. Others only become clear later on. Historical, poignant, with a dash of magical realism... quite moving.
emirandres's review against another edition
2.0
Realmente quería que me gustara este libro. Tiene todos los elementos que me suelen gustar: realismo mágico, diferentes historias que terminan juntándose, una prosa sencilla... pero en este caso el resultado me terminó pareciendo aburrido y olvidable. Una lástima...