Cloudsplitter by Russell Banks

Cloudsplitter

Russell Banks

758 pages first pub 1998 (editions)

fiction historical challenging informative slow-paced
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For readers who are drawn to rich, immersive historical fiction that explores the complexities of family, faith, and social justice, Cloudsplitter by Russell Banks is a captivating and absorbing journey through the tumultuous years leading up to the American Civil War, as seen through the eyes of a charismatic and deeply flawed hero.

Community Reviews

3.85
based on 351 reviews

Moods

challenging: 66%

dark: 66%

reflective: 55%

sad: 55%

adventurous: 44%

tense: 33%

emotional: 27%

informative: 27%

inspiring: 16%


Pace

16% of readers chose medium
83% of readers chose slow
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

6% of readers chose Plot
40% of readers chose A mix
53% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

68% of readers chose Yes
12% of readers chose Complicated
18% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

25% of readers chose Yes
56% of readers chose Complicated
18% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

40% of readers chose Yes
20% of readers chose Complicated
33% of readers chose No
6% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

92% of readers chose Yes
7% of readers chose No
Yes
No

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