John Steinbeck’s surgical decomposition of the first few crucial lines of Genesis hence adapted, transformed and recreated in a compelling narrative adheres strongly to our never-ending present, mirroring exactly our own follies, virtues, flaws and confessions in every character, from Samuel Hamilton's raw pure nature to Cathy's ruthless methods of self-preservation. The dual emerging nature and warfare of twins, Eastern moral understanding through Lee and the constant death and rebirth of Adam makes this work of literature transcend the confines of our primitive understanding of Good and Evil and endure whatever cycle of humanity repeats itself.

I’m trying to read every book on Jordan Peterson’s book list and I’m so glad I was directed to this book! What an amazing read and I will recommend it to everyone!

Gets better every time I read it

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Excellent book.

A lot of character development just to fizzle out in the end.

East of Eden is my favorite book. The themes of good and evil and free will were so beautifully explored. I fell in love with the characters, the plot, the descriptions of the landscape, and the masterful storytelling.

This is a masterpiece of a book, epic in its scope of characters, times and story. It mirrors the story of Cain and Abel lightly, but enough to help us see this is the story of all of us.

It’s not often for me when classic literature crosses with easy read, but this was it for me. Beautiful story.

It may become one of your favorites.