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In the Time of the Butterflies by Julia Alvarez

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sheri_leslie's review against another edition

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adventurous hopeful inspiring slow-paced

3.25

jenmangler's review against another edition

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2.0

I'm fascinated by the story of the Mirabel sisters, but less so by this book. When it focused on their education and their resistance to Trujillo I was completely hooked. Unfortunately, I found the middle portion of this book a slog to get through, and that downgraded my rating from 3 stars to 2 stars.

katie_killebrew's review against another edition

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adventurous challenging emotional informative inspiring sad medium-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

5.0

expecto_padronum's review against another edition

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medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character

3.5

readconestef's review against another edition

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5.0

Four sisters go through a journey that is indescribable. Trying to stand up for what they believe in, fighting for their country’s freedom, and all while trying to live up their life-long dreams.

Dede is the only one left to share their powerful story.