The Truth According to Us by Annie Barrows

18 hours, 52 minutes first pub 2015 (editions)

fiction historical emotional reflective medium-paced
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The Truth According to Us by Annie Barrows is a captivating read for anyone who loves stories about the complexities of family dynamics, the power of storytelling, and the transformative journey of self-discovery, making it a perfect fit for readers who appreciate character-driven fiction and historical narratives that explore the intricacies of human relationships.

Description

In the summer of 1938, Layla Beck’s father, a United States senator, cuts off her allowance and demands that she find employment on the Federal Writers’ Project, a New Deal jobs program. Within days, Layla finds herself far from her accustomed soc...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,466 reviews

Moods

emotional 72%
reflective 63%
mysterious 40%
sad 36%
hopeful 31%
funny 27%
lighthearted 22%
informative 18%
challenging 13%
inspiring 13%
tense 13%
adventurous 9%

Pace

medium 65%
slow 30%
fast 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 52% | A mix: 42% | Plot: 5%

Strong character development?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 5%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 35% | No: 15%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 72% | Yes: 27%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 77% | No: 11% | It's complicated: 11%

Average rating

3.65

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