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4.03 AVERAGE
4.03 AVERAGE
Really enjoyable, Jo is a great narrator. The story never took off quite the way I hoped but the setting and cast of characters were enough to keep it interesting.
I actually read the French version, Big Easy, and it was amazing. I loved the atmosphere of the novel, the colourful characters and the way this story portrayed them in the brightest life. There were sad parts, uplifting parts, and ultimately I found this tale to be inspiring. loved it.
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
I loved this story. The narrator (audiobook) did a beautiful job capturing 1950's New Orleans. The characters were strong and dynamic, I especially loved Willie.
emotional
hopeful
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
dark
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Sepetys is one of my favorites and this is no exception. Great story.
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness, Sexism, Dementia, Grief, Alcohol
Moderate: Murder, Abandonment, Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Child abuse, Sexual content, Blood
I really liked this in parts, but then it was kind of predictable, so I'm wavering between 3 and 4 stars. Apparently I'm not feeling generous today.
medium-paced