Sons
Sons
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
China • 1920s
2012
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Sons by Pearl S. Buck, the story continues the saga of the Wang family, focusing on the children of Wang Lung. The narrative explores themes of generational conflict, societal change, and the pursuit of power and legacy in a transforming China. The family's dynamics reflect broader cultural and social shifts within the country.
Emotional
Contemplative
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Sons by Pearl S. Buck continues the saga of the Wang family, exploring themes of duty and change. Readers appreciate Buck's rich, cultural detail and her compelling portrayal of generational conflict. Some critiques mention a slower pace and predictability. Overall, the novel's depth in character evolution and historical insight is highly praised.
Who Should Read Sons?
A reader who enjoys Sons by Pearl S. Buck appreciates historical fiction and family sagas set in early 20th-century China. Fans of The Good Earth or Lisa See’s Snow Flower and the Secret Fan will find the exploration of familial duty, cultural tensions, and societal change equally compelling.
8,945 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
China • 1920s
2012
Adult
18+ years
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