A Gracious Plenty
A Gracious Plenty
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1997
Book Brief
365
Novel • Fiction
Small American Town • Contemporary
1997
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In A Gracious Plenty by Sheri Reynolds, Finch Nobles, a facially disfigured woman due to a childhood accident, can communicate with the dead in her parents' cemetery, leading her to help restless spirits find peace while grappling with her own isolation and purpose in life. The book deals with themes of severe injury, bullying, and murder.
Mysterious
Contemplative
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
2,716 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Review Roundup
Reynolds' A Gracious Plenty captivates readers with its lyrical prose and poignant exploration of grief and redemption. Her character-driven narrative and deep emotional resonance are praised, but some critics note the pacing can be slow and the plot occasionally predictable. Overall, it is hailed as a moving and compassionate story that touches the heart.
Who Should Read A Gracious Plenty?
Readers who appreciate Southern Gothic literature and character-driven stories will enjoy A Gracious Plenty by Sheri Reynolds. Fans of Alice Sebold’s The Lovely Bones and William Faulkner's works will resonate with its exploration of grief, redemption, and the supernatural in a richly atmospheric setting.
2,716 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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365
Novel • Fiction
Small American Town • Contemporary
1997
Adult
18+ years
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