The Book of Lost Saints by Daniel José Older

The Book of Lost Saints

Daniel José Older

336 pages • first pub 2019 (editions)

fiction historical magical realism challenging emotional reflective medium-paced
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Description

An evocative multigenerational Cuban American family story of revolution, loss, violence, and family bondsMarisol vanished during the Cuban Revolution, her fate unknown and lost to time. Now, haunted by atrocities long-forgotten, her foul-mouthed ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 270 reviews

Moods

emotional 81%
reflective 51%
mysterious 45%
challenging 42%
dark 33%
sad 24%
tense 24%
adventurous 21%
inspiring 21%
hopeful 18%
informative 15%
funny 6%

Pace

medium 62%
slow 34%
fast 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 57% | Character: 39% | Plot: 3%

Strong character development?

Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 22%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 82% | It's complicated: 17%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 86% | It's complicated: 6% | No: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 57% | No: 23% | It's complicated: 19%

Average rating

4.15

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