Of Nightingales That Weep by Katherine Paterson, Haru Wells

Of Nightingales That Weep

Katherine Paterson, Haru Wells

192 pages first pub 1974 (editions)

fiction historical young adult reflective relaxing slow-paced
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The daughter of a samurai never weeps. But Takiko, whose warrior father was killed in battle, finds this a hard rule, especially when her mother remarries a strange and ugly country potter. To get away from her miserable home, Takiko eagerly accep...

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Community Reviews Summary of 75 reviews

Moods

reflective 100%
tense 100%
emotional 50%
relaxing 50%
sad 50%

Pace

medium 66%
slow 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 100%

Strong character development?

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

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.22

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