The Book of Unknown Americans by Cristina Henríquez

The Book of Unknown Americans

Cristina Henríquez

419 pages • first pub 2014 (editions)

fiction contemporary emotional reflective sad medium-paced
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"A triumph of storytelling. Henriquez pulls us into the lives of her characters with such mastery that we hang on to them just as fiercely as they hang on to one another and their dreams. This passionate, powerful novel will stay with you long aft...

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Community Reviews Summary of 5,114 reviews

Moods

emotional 89%
sad 72%
reflective 48%
hopeful 32%
challenging 24%
inspiring 18%
tense 15%
informative 13%
dark 11%
funny 5%
adventurous 2%
lighthearted 2%

Pace

medium 57%
fast 22%
slow 19%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 65% | A mix: 28% | Plot: 4% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 74% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 4% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 76% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 4% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 95% | It's complicated: 2% | No: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 49% | It's complicated: 28% | No: 18% | N/A: 3%

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3.93

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