The Tragedy of Brady Sims by Ernest J. Gaines

The Tragedy of Brady Sims

Ernest J. Gaines

114 pages first pub 2017 (editions)

fiction historical literary emotional sad medium-paced
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Ernest J. Gaines's new novella revolves around a courthouse shooting that leads a young reporter to uncover the long story of race and power in his small town and the relationship between the white sheriff and the black man who "whipped children" ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 110 reviews

Moods

tense 80%
emotional 60%
reflective 60%
dark 20%
funny 20%
sad 20%

Pace

fast 60%
slow 40%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 40% | Character: 40% | A mix: 20%

Strong character development?

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

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 60% | No: 20% | Yes: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.96

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