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- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
The Dolan brothers are orphans, looking for day work at the turn of the 20th Century. They become labor organizers and get tangled with a union busting plot. Lots of intrigue and danger. Good exploration of class divide, wealth, poverty, and income inequality. While this is not the most racially diverse book, there is an indigenous/native character and plot line and conversation about the ways in which native people were expected to westernize and lose their language and culture. Two strong female characters were also well drawn. Many of the characters are well developed, complex and interesting. Even when they make disappointing choices, you understand why and root for many of them. Very, very well done.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence and Gun violence
Moderate: Racism, Racial slurs, and Misogyny
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