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reedthetinker 's review for:
Once Upon a River
by Diane Setterfield
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
This was elegant and beautifully told. While there were some problematic elements (“river gypsies” and no real conversations about the very real racism experienced by one character), the overall story was very moving. The characters demonstrated strength and humanness. I loved the character growth and truthfulness throughout the story. A real look at what it means to tell a story.