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Dona Flor and Her Two Husbands

Jorge Amado
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Dona Flor and Her Two Husbands

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006

Book Brief

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Jorge Amado

Dona Flor and Her Two Husbands

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

553

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Fantasy

Magical Realism
Setting

Salvador, Brazil • 1940s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Dona Flor and Her Two Husbands by Jorge Amado explores the life of Dona Flor, a talented cooking teacher in Brazil, who navigates her emotions and relationships with her charming yet irresponsible first husband and her stable, caring second husband. The novel blends elements of magical realism, reflecting the vibrancy of Brazilian culture and themes of love and desire.

Humorous

Romantic

Fantastical

Bittersweet

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.0

9,612 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Dona Flor and Her Two Husbands by Jorge Amado is celebrated for its vibrant storytelling and rich portrayal of Brazilian culture. The novel's magical realism and humor are praised, though some find the narrative meandering. Characters are vivid and engaging, though their development can be uneven. Rich in charm, the book offers a unique exploration of love and desire.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Dona Flor and Her Two Husbands?

Readers who enjoy magical realism and romantic, humorous narratives will appreciate Jorge Amado's Dona Flor and Her Two Husbands. Fans of Gabriel García Márquez's One Hundred Years of Solitude and Laura Esquivel's Like Water for Chocolate will find its blend of the mystical and the mundane appealing.

4.0

9,612 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

553

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Fantasy

Magical Realism
Setting

Salvador, Brazil • 1940s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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