The Goodness of St. Rocque and Other Stories by Alice Dunbar-Nelson

The Goodness of St. Rocque and Other Stories

Alice Dunbar-Nelson with Danielle Evans (Contributor)

160 pages first pub 1899 (editions)

fiction classics short stories reflective medium-paced
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A stunning short story collection that takes the reader into the heart of the Creole community in late-nineteenth-century New Orleans, from a key poet and journalist of the Harlem Renaissance—featuring an introduction by Danielle Evans, the award-...

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Community Reviews Summary of 17 reviews

Moods

reflective 80%
dark 60%
emotional 60%
sad 40%
tense 40%
challenging 20%
hopeful 20%
inspiring 20%
mysterious 20%
relaxing 20%

Pace

medium 60%
slow 40%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

4.06

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