52 pages 1 hour read

Barbara Kingsolver

Flight Behavior

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012

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Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Flight Behavior by Barbara Kingsolver is widely praised for its lyrical prose and vivid descriptions of nature. Critics commend its compelling characters and timely environmental themes. However, some find the plot slow and the message heavy-handed. Overall, it is celebrated for its thought-provoking narrative and rich storytelling.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Flight Behavior?

Readers who appreciate Flight Behavior by Barbara Kingsolver will likely enjoy narratives that merge environmental consciousness with deeply personal stories. Fans of Kingsolver's other works, such as The Poisonwood Bible, or those who enjoy books like Rachel Carson’s Silent Spring, will find this novel engaging and thought-provoking.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Themes
Emotions/Behavior: Grief
Life/Time: Birth
Relationships: Marriage