The Promise by Chaim Potok

368 pages first pub 1969 (editions)

fiction classics historical emotional slow-paced
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“A superb mirror of a place, a time, and a group of people who capture our immediate interest and hold it tightly.” —The Philadelphia InquirerYoung Reuven Malter is unsure of himself and his place in life. An unconventional scholar, he struggles f...

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Community Reviews Summary of 669 reviews

Moods

emotional 85%
reflective 76%
challenging 42%
informative 42%
inspiring 33%
hopeful 28%
sad 28%
tense 28%
dark 19%
mysterious 4%

Pace

medium 54%
slow 45%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 52% | A mix: 42% | Plot: 5%

Strong character development?

Yes: 73% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 5%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 76% | It's complicated: 19% | No: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 61% | No: 16% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 5%

Average rating

4.11

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