Sunset Song by Lewis Grassic Gibbon

288 pages first pub 1932 (editions)

fiction classics historical emotional reflective slow-paced
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Faced with the choice between her harsh farming life and the seductive but distant world of books and learning, the spirited Chris Guthrie decides to remain in her rural community. But as the devastation of the First World War leaves her life-and ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 516 reviews

Moods

emotional 88%
reflective 88%
sad 61%
challenging 34%
dark 29%
hopeful 27%
inspiring 20%
funny 9%
informative 9%
relaxing 9%
lighthearted 6%
tense 6%
adventurous 2%
mysterious 2%

Pace

medium 55%
slow 44%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 65% | A mix: 31% | Plot: 2%

Strong character development?

Yes: 87% | It's complicated: 12%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 64% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 68% | Yes: 15% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 45% | It's complicated: 29% | No: 21% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.93

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