When Winter Comes by V. a. Shannon

When Winter Comes

V. a. Shannon

515 pages missing pub info (editions)

fiction historical literary reflective slow-paced
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When Winter Comes by V. a. Shannon is a captivating read for readers who appreciate historical fiction, literary storytelling, and tales of resilience, courage, and the unbreakable human spirit, as it masterfully weaves a narrative of survival, love, and redemption against the backdrop of one of America's most infamous pioneer journeys.

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In the voice of an unforgettable heroine, V. A. Shannon explores one of the most harrowing episodes in pioneer history-the ill-fated journey of the Donner Party-in a mesmerizing novel of resilience and survival.Mrs. Jacob Klein has a husband, chil...

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Community Reviews

3.79
based on 100 reviews

Moods

sad: 90%

dark: 80%

adventurous: 60%

challenging: 50%

emotional: 50%

tense: 50%

informative: 40%

reflective: 20%

hopeful: 10%

inspiring: 10%


Pace

18% of readers chose fast
72% of readers chose medium
9% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

66% of readers chose Plot
22% of readers chose A mix
11% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

66% of readers chose Yes
11% of readers chose Complicated
22% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

88% of readers chose Complicated
11% of readers chose No
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

50% of readers chose Yes
25% of readers chose Complicated
12% of readers chose No
12% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

14% of readers chose Yes
14% of readers chose Complicated
57% of readers chose No
14% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

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