Spirits of the Ordinary: A Tale of Casas Grandes by Kathleen Alcalá

Spirits of the Ordinary: A Tale of Casas Grandes

Kathleen Alcalá

256 pages first pub 1996 (editions)

fiction fantasy historical magical realism challenging reflective slow-paced
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This “strong and finely rendered book” (Larry McMurtry) takes us to the Mexican-American border in the 1870s, conjuring up a magical tale of faith, gold, and family passions that “echoes the style of Isabel Allende and Laura Esquivel” (Washington ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 15 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
dark 50%
emotional 50%
inspiring 50%
reflective 50%
sad 50%

Pace

medium 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.5

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