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The Orchard by David Hopen

3 reviews

erinsbookshelves's review against another edition

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challenging dark emotional reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5


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thestarrfish's review against another edition

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challenging dark emotional reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This book. Wow the endless twists and turns were beautiful and terrifying to witness. As the characters delve into philosophical arguments and understandings, so does the reader. I don’t know how to describe this book without giving much away, but I’m very glad I read it.

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roxiw's review against another edition

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dark reflective slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

It seemed to me like half the book was dedicated to describing teenage exploits and the other half to hard-to-follow philosophical analysis. I think it would be more enjoyable to someone who feels connected to Judaism (or maybe any religion).

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