The Children of Segu by Maryse Condé, Linda Coverdale

The Children of Segu

Ségou #2

Maryse Condé, Linda Coverdale

429 pages first pub 1985 (editions)

fiction historical challenging informative reflective slow-paced
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In the exciting sequel to Segu, Maryse Conde paints a richly complex portraitof the troubled African continent during the second half of the 19th century.

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Moods

adventurous 100%
informative 100%
reflective 50%
sad 50%

Pace

slow 50%
medium 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Average rating

4.1

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