Bakhita: A Novel of the Saint of Sudan by Véronique Olmi

Bakhita: A Novel of the Saint of Sudan

Véronique Olmi with Adriana Hunter (Translator)

384 pages • first pub 2017 (editions)

fiction historical emotional medium-paced
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Inspired by the true story of a former slave who became a saint, this poignant novel explores how a human being can survive the obliteration of her identity, and how kindness and generosity can be born out of profound trauma.She recalls little of ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 86 reviews

Moods

emotional 72%
inspiring 72%
informative 45%
sad 36%
reflective 27%
challenging 18%
dark 9%
hopeful 9%

Pace

medium 70%
slow 30%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 55% | A mix: 33% | Plot: 11%

Strong character development?

Yes: 87% | It's complicated: 12%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 57% | It's complicated: 28% | N/A: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 71% | N/A: 14% | Yes: 14%

Average rating

4.02

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