The House of Blue Mangoes by David Davidar

The House of Blue Mangoes

David Davidar

432 pages first pub 2001 (editions)

fiction historical challenging reflective slow-paced
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In 1899, in the south Indian village of Chevathar, Solomon Dorai is contemplating the imminent destruction of his world and everything he holds dear. As the thalaivar, or headman, of Chevathar, he seeks to preserve the village from both catastroph...

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Community Reviews Summary of 67 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
hopeful 100%
reflective 100%

Pace

medium 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 100%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.37

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