I recommend this book to anyone who simply enjoys reading. The
story, characters, and narration are all so wonderfully presented
making it near impossible to put down.
In my opinion this is Steinbeck on the top of his game. I enjoyed
it considerably more than Grapes of Wrath.
In the book you are introduced to characters with different takes
on morals that causes you to be affected on a personal level. It
has a very strong message about the ability of free will and
decisions.
East of Eden is a pure work of genius and you will feel changed
after reading it... in a good way.