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14 hours, 7 minutes • first pub 2022 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780593552940
Format: Audio
Language: English
Publisher: Penguin Random House Audio Publishing Group
Publication date: 14 June 2022
Horse by Geraldine Brooks is a challenging and emotionally resonant novel that will captivate readers who appreciate historical fiction, are interested in exploring the complex and painful legacy of slavery and racism in America, and are drawn to stories of resilience, perseverance, and the unbreakable bonds between humans and animals.
Description
Kentucky, 1850. An enslaved groom named Jarret and a bay foal forge a bond of understanding that will carry the horse to record-setting victories across the South. When the nation erupts in civil war, an itinerant young artist who has made his nam...
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Moods
emotional: 73%
informative: 63%
reflective: 50%
sad: 48%
adventurous: 33%
challenging: 32%
inspiring: 26%
tense: 23%
dark: 19%
hopeful: 12%
mysterious: 5%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Racism, Slavery, Police brutalityModerate
Animal cruelty, War, Animal deathMinor
Sexual assault, Rape, Death of parent14 hours, 7 minutes • first pub 2022 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780593552940
Format: Audio
Language: English
Publisher: Penguin Random House Audio Publishing Group
Publication date: 14 June 2022
Horse by Geraldine Brooks is a challenging and emotionally resonant novel that will captivate readers who appreciate historical fiction, are interested in exploring the complex and painful legacy of slavery and racism in America, and are drawn to stories of resilience, perseverance, and the unbreakable bonds between humans and animals.
Description
Kentucky, 1850. An enslaved groom named Jarret and a bay foal forge a bond of understanding that will carry the horse to record-setting victories across the South. When the nation erupts in civil war, an itinerant young artist who has made his nam...
Community Reviews
Moods
emotional: 73%
informative: 63%
reflective: 50%
sad: 48%
adventurous: 33%
challenging: 32%
inspiring: 26%
tense: 23%
dark: 19%
hopeful: 12%
mysterious: 5%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Racism, Slavery, Police brutalityModerate
Animal cruelty, War, Animal deathMinor
Sexual assault, Rape, Death of parent