A review by ecmills1995
Doña Barbara by Rómulo Gallegos

mysterious reflective slow-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? It's complicated

3.75

Really beautiful descriptions of setting. I felt very in the story because the Venezuelan prairie was so well described.  The word peon was constantly used - very funny.  An interesting look at hearding lifestyle and what it means to be a good person.