Conjure Women by Afia Atakora

Conjure Women

Afia Atakora

404 pages • first pub 2020 (editions)

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Conjure Women is a sweeping story that brings the world of the South before and after the Civil War vividly to life. Spanning eras and generations, it tells of the lives of three unforgettable women: Miss May Belle, a wise healing woman; her preco...

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Community Reviews Summary of 3,375 reviews

Moods

emotional 74%
dark 68%
sad 49%
mysterious 44%
challenging 43%
reflective 37%
tense 32%
informative 10%
adventurous 9%
hopeful 7%
inspiring 4%

Pace

slow 51%
medium 45%
fast 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 54% | A mix: 40% | Plot: 4%

Strong character development?

Yes: 65% | It's complicated: 26% | No: 7%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 52% | Yes: 36% | No: 9%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 89% | It's complicated: 6% | No: 2% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 64% | It's complicated: 23% | No: 11%

Average rating

3.89

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