Reviews

James by Percival Everett

beverllj's review against another edition

adventurous dark emotional funny sad tense fast-paced

• 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

4.5

spugh's review against another edition

adventurous reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.75

amygebhardt's review against another edition

5.0

I thoroughly enjoyed James by Percival Everett. I was drawn to this book after hearing Anne Bogel highly recommend it on her podcast. It lived up to the hype, and I savored every moment of it. James offers a unique perspective, retelling the story of Huckleberry Finn through the eyes of Jim, who prefers to be called James. The character of James was truly captivating, and I particularly admired his dynamic relationship with Huckleberry Finn. While many of us are acquainted with their journey down the Mississippi, this retelling serves as a compelling testament to the themes of family, morality, and revenge.

Thank you to NetGalley for an ARC of James.

sazsmeet's review against another edition

adventurous challenging dark fast-paced

• 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

lisagray68's review against another edition

emotional funny reflective fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

bluenote577's review against another edition

adventurous emotional reflective medium-paced

4.0

groovysneezes's review

adventurous dark emotional tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

5.0

malexandriay's review against another edition

adventurous dark funny hopeful inspiring tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

nudgey's review against another edition

adventurous dark emotional hopeful reflective sad fast-paced

• 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

4.0

jelloflop's review against another edition

adventurous challenging dark emotional tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5