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Scarlet Sister Mary

Julia Peterkin
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Scarlet Sister Mary

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004

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Julia Peterkin

Scarlet Sister Mary

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Details
Pages

376

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Rural South Carolina • 1920s

Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Scarlet Sister Mary by Julia Peterkin explores the life of Mary, a resilient woman in a Gullah community in the South Carolina Lowcountry. The narrative portrays her experiences, relationships, and cultural traditions, highlighting themes of identity, resilience, and community. Through Mary's journey, the story provides insight into the triumphs and struggles within her vibrant, close-knit world.

Melancholic

Nostalgic

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

3.8

1,341 ratings

56%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

17%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Scarlet Sister Mary by Julia Peterkin is lauded for its vibrant portrayal of Gullah community life and its rich, dialect-infused narrative. Critics praise its empathetic character development, though some find the pacing slow and the plot lacking tension. The novel’s cultural insights and emotional depth offer a compelling, albeit leisurely, read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Scarlet Sister Mary?

A reader who appreciates Scarlet Sister Mary will enjoy stories of Southern culture and rural life. They might also enjoy The Color Purple by Alice Walker and The Sound and the Fury by William Faulkner for their exploration of complex emotional landscapes and societal themes.

3.8

1,341 ratings

56%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

17%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

376

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Rural South Carolina • 1920s

Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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