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leotrina's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
slow-paced
4.25
ecross_poppy's review
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
I did end up enjoying this book but I think some areas felt a little more slow than others and I wanted to move along. Loved the mystery element!
melly_mel's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
fast-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
4.75
caroline_hotz's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
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? It's complicated
3.75
Started off slow but picked up about half way through
muse692's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
sydneygard36's review against another edition
lighthearted
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
hizertj's review
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
The big reveal at the end feels a little bit odd, considering the relationship between fact/fiction and stories that the book earlier sets up, but the thematic aspect of it works well enough for me!
aprilson_reads's review against another edition
4.0
Loved "The Storyteller's Death" by Ann Dávila Cardinal! This generational saga set in 1970's Puerto Rico is full of secrets, scandals, and magical realism. The beautiful prose and deep themes make it a must-read. Isla, the main character, shows us the power of storytelling and breaking toxic cycles. The book brings Puerto Rico to life with its rich characters and touches of magic.
otterhere's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
pagesandtales's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
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? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Alcoholism, Death of parent, and Classism
Moderate: Racism