55 pages 1 hour read

Ann Pancake

Strange as this Weather Has Been

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007

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Reviews & Readership

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Ann Pancake's Strange as this Weather Has Been is praised for its evocative portrayal of West Virginian life and its environmental themes. Readers appreciate the rich, lyrical prose and depth of character development. However, some find the narrative slow at times. Overall, it's a powerful exploration of familial bonds amid ecological turmoil.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Strange as this Weather Has Been?

Readers who savor intricate family dynamics in the face of environmental hardship will appreciate Ann Pancake's Strange as this Weather Has Been. Fans of Barbara Kingsolver's Flight Behavior or Annie Proulx's Barkskins will find the novel's poignant exploration of Appalachia's struggles compelling.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Themes
Natural World: Environment
Relationships: Family
Topics
Science / Nature
History: World
Genre
Southern Literature
Historical Fiction