Peace Breaks Out by John Knowles

Peace Breaks Out

John Knowles

178 pages first pub 1981 (editions)

fiction classics historical young adult reflective slow-paced
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Pete is a sensitive, handsome young war hero. Wexford is a defiant, scheming troublemaker. Their lives collide in the uneasy days of peace after World War II as senior year at the Devon School changes from a time of friendships into a stunning dra...

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Community Reviews Summary of 73 reviews

Moods

dark 75%
reflective 75%
mysterious 50%
tense 50%
emotional 25%
sad 25%

Pace

medium 50%
slow 25%
fast 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 50% | A mix: 25% | N/A: 25%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 66% | N/A: 33%

Loveable characters?

N/A: 33% | No: 33% | Yes: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | N/A: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 75% | N/A: 25%

Average rating

3.37

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