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4.34 AVERAGE
4.34 AVERAGE
No review I could write could capture how amazing this book was. The story, plot, characters, and most importantly the actual writing were all independent works of arts that come together into a masterpiece! What a beautiful piece of American literature that in my humble opinion really provides a perfect screenshot of a slice of American life during World War II in Harlem!
I read The Street for the first time eight years ago after roaming through the classics section in my local library and saw the title on the spine. It stood out from the rest. The story has stuck always with me since then.
What gets me about this book is how it’s beautifully written with vivid language and flair yet heartbreakingly told as it progresses. The Street was written in 1946 yet continues to resonate with today's reality... The story seamlessly weaves character development, perspectives and flashbacks together as the story builds setting, suspense and tension; and you glide through spaces, rooms and streets by the turn of a page. Also, it's sensory. You can smell the street, hear the soundscape and feel the thickness in the air. Ann Petry was a hell of a writer.
What gets me about this book is how it’s beautifully written with vivid language and flair yet heartbreakingly told as it progresses. The Street was written in 1946 yet continues to resonate with today's reality... The story seamlessly weaves character development, perspectives and flashbacks together as the story builds setting, suspense and tension; and you glide through spaces, rooms and streets by the turn of a page. Also, it's sensory. You can smell the street, hear the soundscape and feel the thickness in the air. Ann Petry was a hell of a writer.
captivating and heart breaking. an important read
This book is truly amazing and should be read by everyone. Ann Petry can tell a story like no other.
challenging
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
dark
emotional
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism, Sexual assault, Murder, Classism
Wow! This is my first Ann Petry and it took me on a journey. You've got some serious plot and character development here. Tayari Jones calls Petry a magician in the intro, and that is the truth. I loved the multi-person streams of consciousness and the breakneck pace that this story unravels. You really embody each character and burn through their lives. Lutie Johnson had me messed up by the end of this. Damn. Give Ann Petry her roses.
challenging
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No