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emilymean 's review for:
East of Eden
by John Steinbeck
challenging
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
deeply moving. contrary to what a lot of reviews (especially at its time of release) seem to say, I found this to be a very nuanced character study with a complex approach to moral philosophy. belongs in the canon of great american novels
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse, Chronic illness, Death, Infidelity, Misogyny, Racial slurs, Racism, Medical content, Grief, Abortion, Death of parent, Murder