A review by zo__ish
The Bean Trees by Barbara Kingsolver

adventurous emotional funny hopeful informative inspiring sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.25

as always, so beautifully written… barbara kingsolver has such an amazing way of weaving in meaning from the title (poisonwood/bean trees) that always catches me by surprise, even though i know to expect it. i not only learn about plants and history and the present, but feel so connected to the characters. they really do feel so tangible! <3

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Content Warnings

Minor: Child abuse, Pedophilia, Racism, Deportation