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emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
sad
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? No
4.5
A number of twists and turns, and real character development in a number of cases. Touching, life affirming, and contemplative inner-monologue of the main character is a restorative joy to read. I am not a Christian but enjoy the setting and the philosophical/humanitarian aspects of this story, and the Christian setting is not unpleasant.
Graphic: Child death and Religious bigotry
Minor: Adult/minor relationship, Sexual assault, Child abuse, Pedophilia, Sexual violence, Racial slurs, and Racism
Minor references to boarding-school abuse, and church-based child abuse with brief hints at potential violent sexual abuse of boys in a church setting.
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