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amandalorianxo's review
dark
emotional
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.25
I feel that this particular short story collection was more cohesive than other ones I've read in years past. Each story has a strong semi plot despite the small page portions. I feel like I definitely was a part of the storytelling and immersed in the plots the further I read. I can't exactly pinpoint a favorite but if you are looking for an exemplary exploration of what it means to be Haitian and the lives of Haitian citizens, this is one I highly recommend.
Content Warnings
Minor: Abandonment, Infidelity, and Death of parent
teeclecticreads's review
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
These were all really great short stories filled with the harsh truth of life of immigration from Haiti to the United States. I think my favourites were Sunrise, Sunset and Seven Stories.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Dementia, Vomit, Mental illness, Death, and Death of parent
alyssamakesart's review against another edition
reflective
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Overall I enjoyed it. Some stories hit more than others. The best ones for me were the shorter ones though Sunrise, Sunset was on the longer side and was one of my favorites.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Medical trauma
Moderate: Death of parent, Body shaming, Death, Trafficking, and Racism
Minor: Child death and Miscarriage
mmmmmm's review
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
every single way a family could possibly break or be torn apart, all explored in such a beautifully nuanced and deeply personal way. loved loved loved it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief, Death, Death of parent, and Dementia
emilyharmonica's review
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
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? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death and Death of parent
Moderate: Rape, Child death, and Xenophobia
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