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263 pages • first pub 1976 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780812420876
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Perfection Learning
Publication date: 28 October 1982
Description
The Jarrets are a typical American family. Calvin is a determined, successful provider and Beth an organized, efficient wife. They had two sons, Conrad and Buck, but now they have one. In this memorable, moving novel, Judith Guest takes the reader...
Community Reviews Summary of 1,088 reviews
Moods
sad 75%
reflective 61%
dark 49%
hopeful 28%
tense 21%
challenging 19%
inspiring 10%
informative 6%
mysterious 6%
funny 5%
adventurous 1%
relaxing 1%
Pace
slow 33%
fast 17%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 82% | A mix: 12% | Plot: 4%Strong character development?
Yes: 93% | It's complicated: 4% | No: 1%Loveable characters?
Yes: 47% | It's complicated: 40% | No: 11%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 83% | Yes: 9% | It's complicated: 3% | N/A: 3%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 9%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Suicide attempt, Self harm, GriefModerate
Death, Suicide, Suicidal thoughtsMinor
Racism
263 pages • first pub 1976 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780812420876
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Perfection Learning
Publication date: 28 October 1982
Description
The Jarrets are a typical American family. Calvin is a determined, successful provider and Beth an organized, efficient wife. They had two sons, Conrad and Buck, but now they have one. In this memorable, moving novel, Judith Guest takes the reader...
Community Reviews Summary of 1,088 reviews
Moods
sad 75%
reflective 61%
dark 49%
hopeful 28%
tense 21%
challenging 19%
inspiring 10%
informative 6%
mysterious 6%
funny 5%
adventurous 1%
relaxing 1%
Pace
slow 33%
fast 17%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 82% | A mix: 12% | Plot: 4%Strong character development?
Yes: 93% | It's complicated: 4% | No: 1%Loveable characters?
Yes: 47% | It's complicated: 40% | No: 11%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 83% | Yes: 9% | It's complicated: 3% | N/A: 3%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 9%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Suicide attempt, Self harm, GriefModerate
Death, Suicide, Suicidal thoughtsMinor
Racism