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The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store: A Novel

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by James McBride

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4.60 (4.7K ratings)
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description 561 pages

The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store: A Novel by James McBride holds a exceptional rating of 4.60 out of 5, based on 4.7K reader ratings. First published in 2023. The book spans 561 pages.

About The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store: A Novel

In 1972, when workers in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, were digging the foundations for a new development, the last thing they expected to find was a skeleton at the bottom of a well. Who the skeleton was and how it got there were two of the long-held secrets kept by the residents of Chicken Hill, the dilapidated neighbourhood where immigrant Jews and African Americans lived side by side and shared ambitions and sorrows.

As these characters' stories overlap and deepen, it becomes clear how much the people who live on the margins struggle and what they must do to survive. When the truth is finally revealed about what happened on Chicken Hill and the part the town's white establishment played in it, McBride shows us that even in dark times, it is love and community-heaven and earth-that sustain us.

Detail Value
Author James McBride
Published 2023
Pages 561
Kindle Price $14.99
Genres Fiction
Average Rating 4.60 / 5.00
Total Ratings 4,714

Reader Ratings & Analysis

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With a rating of 4.60, The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store: A Novel is rated above the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.47, it performs above expectations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store: A Novel?

The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store: A Novel is categorized as Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fiction.

Is The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store: A Novel worth reading?

Based on 4.7K reader ratings, The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store: A Novel has an average score of 4.60 out of 5.00, which is considered "Exceptional."

How many pages is The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store: A Novel?

The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store: A Novel has 561 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.

Who wrote The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store: A Novel?

The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store: A Novel was written by James McBride. It was first published in 2023.

What is the ISBN for The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store: A Novel?

The ISBN-13 for The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store: A Novel is 9782351783375.

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The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store: A Novel is available on Kindle for $14.99. Pricing may vary by region and promotional offers.

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