Review by pigeonpersona - East of Eden

pigeonpersona 's review for:

East of Eden by John Steinbeck

4.25

adventurous emotional reflective sad medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

This is an amazing book, and I'm so glad I read it. This saga of families, couples, siblings, and the town of Salinas is an extremely well thought out journey. It felt so real, and deals with emotions that are universal. It's relatable now, nearly 70 years after its original publishing, and I'm sure it will remain relatable for audiences in years to come. When people call this Steinbeck's magnum opus, I'm tempted to agree.

Content Warnings