61 pages 2 hours read

Jeannette Walls

Hang the Moon

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023

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Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Jeannette Walls' Hang the Moon offers an engaging narrative with well-developed characters and evocative writing. Readers and critics alike commend its richly layered storytelling and historical context. However, some feel the pacing lags in parts, and certain plot points lack depth. Overall, it's a compelling read that balances historical background with personal drama effectively.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Hang the Moon?

Readers who enjoy Hang the Moon by Jeannette Walls typically appreciate character-driven historical fiction with a strong female protagonist, akin to those found in The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah and The Color Purple by Alice Walker. These readers value rich storytelling and nuanced explorations of resilience and family dynamics.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Historical Fiction
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
Auto/Biographical Fiction
Topics
Gender / Feminism
History: World
Themes
Relationships: Family
Life/Time: Coming of Age
Society: Class