The Game of Love and Death
The Game of Love and Death
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2015
Book Brief
544
Novel • Fiction
Seattle, Washington • 1930s
2015
YA
14-18 years
710L
Super Short Summary
The Game of Love and Death by Martha Brockenbrough follows Henry Bishop and Flora Saudade, chosen as pawns by Love and Death to see if they can fall in love within the confines of 1930s Seattle. As Henry, a white boy with a promising future, and Flora, an African American aspiring jazz singer, navigate societal and personal challenges, the gods interfere to tip the scales in their favor. Issues of racism and discrimination are present in the narrative.
Mysterious
Romantic
Melancholic
Emotional
Fantastical
Reviews & Readership
6,123 ratings
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Review Roundup
The Game of Love and Death by Martha Brockenbrough blends a poignant narrative with rich, historical settings. Reviewers praise its compelling characters and elegant prose, though some critique its pacing and predictability. Overall, it's lauded as a thought-provoking and beautifully written novel, appealing to fans of both romance and historical fiction.
Who Should Read The Game of Love and Death?
The ideal reader of Martha Brockenbrough's The Game of Love and Death enjoys historical fiction with a touch of magical realism akin to The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern and The Book Thief by Markus Zusak. They appreciate rich character development, themes of destiny, and engaging narratives set against the backdrop of 1930s America.
6,123 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
544
Novel • Fiction
Seattle, Washington • 1930s
2015
YA
14-18 years
710L
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