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Half Light by Tayari Jones

mg_in_md_'s review

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4.0

I heard about this Audible Original ages ago but am only just now getting around to listening to it. This is also my first time listening to an audiobook by [a:Bahni Turpin|2177387|Bahni Turpin|https://images.gr-assets.com/authors/1327006614p2/2177387.jpg] and am sure it won't be my last. The story centers around twin sisters Cam(elia) and (Ame)Lia's attempts to reclaim a family heirloom from Lia's now-former husband. The story flows between past and present, as the reader learns more about how Lia's ex-husband has ended up with this precious heirloom and the twins' relationship. A lot is packed into this slim package and will leave you thinking after the story ends.

hannahjeanie's review

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emotional reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.5

toniclark's review

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5.0

This novella by the eminent Tayari Jones was free to me through the Audible Plus program. I started listening when I woke around 2 AM last night — and then was wide awake for the full hour and 20 minutes of the audio (and well beyond). It's a sweet story and the narration is superb. Just what I needed. I've loved everything I've read by this author.

The title seems a little obscure to me — not sure what it refers to.

msmatta28's review

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5.0

I wish it were longer. As an identical twin myself, I wanted more.

madreejima's review

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

3.5

allarminda's review

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4.0

Great short fiction piece by a great writer.

domigaet's review

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emotional funny hopeful lighthearted relaxing fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.0

hades99's review

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emotional slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

1.5

angelikareadsavariciously's review

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3.0

3.5. A fun, short story. Nothing too remarkable.

carolinerosereads's review

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emotional funny hopeful 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? Yes

4.0