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194 pages • first pub 2005 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780060581763
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: HarperCollins
Publication date: 10 October 2006
Description
A critically acclaimed historical novel "that roars" (Kliatt), from the author of the National Book Award-winning novel Homeless Bird. Africa is the only home Rachel Sheridan has ever known. But when her missionary parents are struck with influen...
Community Reviews Summary of 340 reviews
Moods
adventurous 66%
hopeful 50%
emotional 33%
informative 33%
reflective 33%
challenging 16%
dark 16%
funny 16%
lighthearted 16%
mysterious 16%
relaxing 16%
sad 16%
Pace
medium 14%
Plot- or character-driven?
Plot: 33% | Character: 33% | A mix: 33%Strong character development?
Yes: 100%Loveable characters?
Yes: 100%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 66% | No: 33%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 80% | It's complicated: 20%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Moderate
Death of parent, Child death
194 pages • first pub 2005 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780060581763
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: HarperCollins
Publication date: 10 October 2006
Description
A critically acclaimed historical novel "that roars" (Kliatt), from the author of the National Book Award-winning novel Homeless Bird. Africa is the only home Rachel Sheridan has ever known. But when her missionary parents are struck with influen...
Community Reviews Summary of 340 reviews
Moods
adventurous 66%
hopeful 50%
emotional 33%
informative 33%
reflective 33%
challenging 16%
dark 16%
funny 16%
lighthearted 16%
mysterious 16%
relaxing 16%
sad 16%
Pace
medium 14%
Plot- or character-driven?
Plot: 33% | Character: 33% | A mix: 33%Strong character development?
Yes: 100%Loveable characters?
Yes: 100%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 66% | No: 33%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 80% | It's complicated: 20%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Moderate
Death of parent, Child death