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book_buddy_rob's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Not only is it a fantastically written historical fiction novel but it touches on so many heavy yet poignant themes that are relevant today, mainly the racism and antiblackness experienced by black people in the United States. It does so in a way that isn’t sugar coating anything to appeal to non black readers but in a way that forces you to reflect on these themes.
If you enjoy historical fiction and are working to diversify your bookshelf, I definitely recommend this one.
Graphic: Racial slurs, Racism, and Violence
greenan26's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Graphic: Gun violence, Death of parent, Violence, Racism, Sexual content, Murder, and Hate crime
cassthebookie's review against another edition
4.5
Graphic: Physical abuse, Police brutality, Racial slurs, and Racism
Minor: Murder
brianareads's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
1.0
Graphic: Racial slurs, Racism, and Murder
abmochapman's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.75
Graphic: Gun violence, Racism, Violence, Murder, and Police brutality
Moderate: Sexual violence and Self harm
Minor: Child abuse
cleches's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Graphic: Police brutality, Racial slurs, Racism, and Violence
tlaynejones's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
3.25
Graphic: Racism, Grief, Police brutality, Gun violence, and Racial slurs
Moderate: Sexism and Violence
Minor: Mental illness, Suicide attempt, and Vomit
book_voyager's review against another edition
2.5
So, there was a lot of potential. However, I think there’s too much going on, too many problems for one roadtrip. I understand that the author wanted to describe social issues during that time period, but to put all in one book?
And I’m not too much of a fan of insta-love.
Graphic: Blood, Physical abuse, Racial slurs, Racism, Death, Hate crime, Injury/Injury detail, and Police brutality
Moderate: Confinement and Alcohol
Minor: Slavery