When the Rainbow Goddess Wept by Cecilia Manguerra Brainard

When the Rainbow Goddess Wept

Cecilia Manguerra Brainard

232 pages first pub 1994 (editions)

fiction historical emotional slow-paced
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Set against the backdrop of the Japanese invasion of the Philippines in 1941, Cecilia Manguerra Brainard's brilliant novel weaves myth and legend together with the suffering and tragedies of the Filipino people. When nine-year-old Yvonne flees wit...

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Community Reviews Summary of 22 reviews

Moods

challenging 100%
emotional 100%
reflective 100%
sad 100%
adventurous 50%
dark 50%
hopeful 50%
informative 50%
inspiring 50%
tense 50%

Pace

slow 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 66% | Plot: 33%

Strong character development?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Loveable characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Average rating

3.9

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