A review by sewfarsewgood
Snow Falling on Cedars by David Guterson

emotional mysterious reflective tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I started this book thinking it was a murder mystery, a bit lighter after finishing a book about the Hungarian Holocaust. My mistake. This novel follows a murder trial on a small island in 1950s America. I deals with the fall out after ww2 racism, divides, war flashbacks and PTSD. I really liked the character development and the way the story was told with shorter chapters that focus on different characters or time periods as they are in the witness box. I must admit I found the ending a little disappointing but it was understandable.
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