The Salt Roads by Nalo Hopkinson

The Salt Roads

Nalo Hopkinson

13 hours, 14 minutes first pub 2004 (editions)

fiction fantasy historical magical realism challenging emotional reflective slow-paced
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A landmark work by a brilliant young author, THE SALT ROADS transports readers across centuries and civilizations as it fearlessly explores the relationships women have with their lovers, their people, and the divine. Jeanne Duval, the ginger-colo...

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Community Reviews Summary of 537 reviews

Moods

dark 70%
challenging 68%
emotional 51%
sad 48%
tense 40%
reflective 36%
mysterious 31%
adventurous 27%
hopeful 17%
informative 8%
inspiring 6%
funny 2%
lighthearted 2%
relaxing 2%

Pace

medium 56%
slow 41%
fast 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 71% | A mix: 26% | N/A: 2%

Strong character development?

Yes: 51% | It's complicated: 37% | No: 9% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 52% | Yes: 35% | No: 7% | N/A: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 93% | It's complicated: 4% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 58% | It's complicated: 26% | No: 9% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

3.84

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