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263 pages • first pub 1976 (editions)
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Language: English
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Description
The Jarrets are a typical American family. Calvin is a determined, successful provider and Beth an organized, efficient wife. They had two sons, Conrad and Buck, but now they have one. In this memorable, moving novel, Judith Guest takes the reader...
Community Reviews Summary of 1,087 reviews
Moods
sad 75%
reflective 62%
dark 50%
hopeful 27%
tense 22%
challenging 19%
inspiring 11%
informative 6%
mysterious 6%
funny 5%
adventurous 1%
relaxing 1%
Pace
slow 32%
fast 17%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 82% | A mix: 12% | Plot: 4%Strong character development?
Yes: 93% | It's complicated: 4% | No: 1%Loveable characters?
Yes: 47% | It's complicated: 40% | No: 11%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 83% | Yes: 9% | It's complicated: 3% | N/A: 3%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 9%Average rating
Content Warnings
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Graphic
Suicide attempt, Self harm, GriefModerate
Death, Suicide, Suicidal thoughtsMinor
Racism263 pages • first pub 1976 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Not specified
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: Not specified
Description
The Jarrets are a typical American family. Calvin is a determined, successful provider and Beth an organized, efficient wife. They had two sons, Conrad and Buck, but now they have one. In this memorable, moving novel, Judith Guest takes the reader...
Community Reviews Summary of 1,087 reviews
Moods
sad 75%
reflective 62%
dark 50%
hopeful 27%
tense 22%
challenging 19%
inspiring 11%
informative 6%
mysterious 6%
funny 5%
adventurous 1%
relaxing 1%
Pace
slow 32%
fast 17%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 82% | A mix: 12% | Plot: 4%Strong character development?
Yes: 93% | It's complicated: 4% | No: 1%Loveable characters?
Yes: 47% | It's complicated: 40% | No: 11%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 83% | Yes: 9% | It's complicated: 3% | N/A: 3%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 9%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Suicide attempt, Self harm, GriefModerate
Death, Suicide, Suicidal thoughtsMinor
Racism