The Salt Roads by Nalo Hopkinson

The Salt Roads

Nalo Hopkinson

394 pages 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 540 reviews

Moods

dark 69%
challenging 65%
emotional 53%
sad 48%
tense 40%
reflective 34%
mysterious 32%
adventurous 28%
hopeful 16%
informative 10%
inspiring 6%
funny 2%
lighthearted 2%
relaxing 2%

Pace

medium 56%
slow 40%
fast 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 70% | A mix: 27% | N/A: 2%

Strong character development?

Yes: 48% | It's complicated: 37% | No: 11% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 38% | No: 6% | N/A: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

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

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 55% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 13% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

3.84

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