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393 pages • first pub 1977 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780802128027
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Grove Press
Publication date: 21 August 2018
Description
Edith Howland's diary is her most precious possession. After moving with her family from New York City to suburban Pennsylvania, Edith's husband abandons her for a younger woman, leaving her trapped in a bleak existence with her degenerate son and...
Community Reviews Summary of 146 reviews
Moods
sad 58%
emotional 50%
challenging 41%
tense 41%
reflective 25%
mysterious 16%
adventurous 8%
funny 8%
inspiring 8%
Pace
medium 38%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 100%Strong character development?
Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 22% | No: 11%Loveable characters?
No: 55% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 11%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 100%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 100%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Alcoholism, Mental illness, ViolenceModerate
Racism, MurderMinor
Homophobia
393 pages • first pub 1977 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780802128027
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Grove Press
Publication date: 21 August 2018
Description
Edith Howland's diary is her most precious possession. After moving with her family from New York City to suburban Pennsylvania, Edith's husband abandons her for a younger woman, leaving her trapped in a bleak existence with her degenerate son and...
Community Reviews Summary of 146 reviews
Moods
sad 58%
emotional 50%
challenging 41%
tense 41%
reflective 25%
mysterious 16%
adventurous 8%
funny 8%
inspiring 8%
Pace
medium 38%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 100%Strong character development?
Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 22% | No: 11%Loveable characters?
No: 55% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 11%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 100%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 100%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Alcoholism, Mental illness, ViolenceModerate
Racism, MurderMinor
Homophobia