A Flag for Sunrise
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1981
448
Novel • Fiction
Central America • 1970s
1981
Adult
18+ years
A Flag for Sunrise by Robert Stone follows three Americans—a disillusioned anthropologist, a faith-struggling nun, and a troubled ex-Coast Guard—as they become involved in a violent revolution in the fictional Central American republic of Tecan, exploring themes of American political interference, religious mysticism, and personal redemption. The book contains themes of violence, including the harm of children and psychological distress.
Mysterious
Dark
Challenging
Suspenseful
Gritty
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Reviews of Robert Stone's A Flag for Sunrise highlight its gripping narrative and rich character development. Critics commend Stone's ability to intertwine political intrigue with deep moral questions. However, some find the plot meandering and dense. Overall, it's praised for its powerful prose and thought-provoking themes but may challenge less patient readers.
Readers who appreciate political intrigue and moral complexity in unstable regions would enjoy Robert Stone’s A Flag for Sunrise. Fans of Graham Greene’s The Quiet American or Joseph Conrad’s Heart of Darkness will find Stone’s exploration of American interventionism compelling and his prose equally gripping.
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448
Novel • Fiction
Central America • 1970s
1981
Adult
18+ years
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