Like Water for Chocolate by Laura Esquivel

Like Water for Chocolate

Como agua para chocolate #1

Laura Esquivel with Thomas Christensen (Translator), Carol Christensen (Translator)

245 pages • first pub 1989 (editions)

fiction historical magical realism romance emotional lighthearted medium-paced
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Earthy, magical, and utterly charming, this tale of family life in turn-of-the-century Mexico became a best-selling phenomenon with its winning blend of poignant romance and bittersweet wit. The classic love story takes place on the De la Garza ra...

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Community Reviews Summary of 15,694 reviews

Moods

emotional 76%
sad 33%
reflective 30%
lighthearted 29%
funny 28%
hopeful 20%
mysterious 20%
adventurous 16%
inspiring 11%
tense 11%
dark 10%
challenging 7%
relaxing 7%
informative 4%

Pace

medium 46%
fast 44%
slow 8%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 52% | A mix: 34% | Plot: 12%

Strong character development?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 26% | No: 21% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 46% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 19%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 59% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 57% | No: 22% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.74

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