The Gift of Asher Lev by Chaim Potok

The Gift of Asher Lev

Asher Lev #2

Chaim Potok

384 pages first pub 1990 (editions)

fiction historical religion challenging reflective slow-paced
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"Extraordinary . . . No one but Chaim Potok could have written this strangely sweet, compelling, and deeply felt novel."--The Cleveland Plain Dealer In his powerful My Name is Asher Lev, Chaim Potok gave the world an unforgettable character and ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 401 reviews

Moods

reflective 90%
emotional 72%
challenging 36%
inspiring 36%
dark 27%
hopeful 27%
sad 27%
informative 18%
tense 18%
adventurous 9%
funny 9%
mysterious 9%

Pace

medium 63%
slow 36%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 70% | A mix: 30%

Strong character development?

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

Loveable characters?

Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 22%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 62% | No: 37%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 28%

Average rating

4.1

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