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4.46 AVERAGE
4.46 AVERAGE
beautifully written characters and some of the most thought provoking passages. some rough dialog and fluff holds it back
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
emotional
reflective
relaxing
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
My all time favorite
ok listen i wasn’t into it for the first 60 pages but then i was HOOKED. CATHY IS FUCKING INSANE
adventurous
inspiring
reflective
relaxing
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:
Yes
After reading this, I truly understand why Steinbeck is considered one of the greatest novelists of his country. His story is a genealogical epic, inspired by the biblical myth of Cain and Abel. The stories of the two families, the Hamiltons and the Trasks, weave together artfully, eliciting a deep connection with their lives. The prose is sober and pensive, capable of describing mundane actions with profundity and clarity—from the dots one sees during the dark to the "indescribable color" of the rich earth. Each chapter contains sub-sections that are plainly numbered, which allow for breaks and pauses to digest its events.
Furthermore, this is not just a biblical epic, but an American one. Steinbeck carves a loving image of it before and during the war, from the country life, the blossoming of cities like Salinas, and describing the daily ordeals an average citizen should endure during that time. Its characters are as rich as its scenery; it's hard for any reader to dislike characters such as Lee or Samuel. However, marginalized communities may find this story hard to digest at times, given the author's use of racial slurs that were present and common during those times.
This story is rightfully lauded, masterfully crafted, and unique with its theme and scope.
Furthermore, this is not just a biblical epic, but an American one. Steinbeck carves a loving image of it before and during the war, from the country life, the blossoming of cities like Salinas, and describing the daily ordeals an average citizen should endure during that time. Its characters are as rich as its scenery; it's hard for any reader to dislike characters such as Lee or Samuel. However, marginalized communities may find this story hard to digest at times, given the author's use of racial slurs that were present and common during those times.
This story is rightfully lauded, masterfully crafted, and unique with its theme and scope.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racial slurs, Racism, War
Moderate: Suicide, Violence, Xenophobia, Murder
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
reflective
sad
tense
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
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
medium-paced