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4.15 AVERAGE
4.15 AVERAGE
This is the story of the doomed Price family and the long path to salvation told by its beleaguered female members: mother Orleanna and her four daughters, Rachel, Leah, Adah, and Ruth May. But this is also the story of their begrudgingly adopted homeland, Democratic Republic of Congo, its historic oppression, fitful birth and youth. The tragedy at the center of the story and its aftermath reverberate through the lives of the principal characters and are beautifully wrought by Kingsolver who does a wonderful job of evoking the stark danger and beauty of the environment.
A slow-paced but interesting story detailing colonialism and faith. Every character had a very distinct voice representing a different postcolonial attitude which was fascinating. Knowing nothing about the history of the Congo previously this was also a very eye-opening read.
adventurous
emotional
informative
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
challenging
inspiring
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
slow-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
dark
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes