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224 pages • first pub 1999 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780375705908
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Vintage
Publication date: 05 October 1999
Description
Twelve original and interconnected stories in the traditions of Junot D az and Sherman Alexie. Victor D. LaValle's astonishing, violent, and funny debut offers harrowing glimpses at the vulnerable lives of young people who struggle not only to com...
Community Reviews Summary of 45 reviews
Moods
reflective 100%
adventurous 50%
challenging 50%
tense 50%
Pace
slow 33%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 66% | Character: 33%Strong character development?
No: 100%Loveable characters?
Yes: 100%Diverse cast of characters?
It's complicated: 100%Flaws of characters a main focus?
It's complicated: 100%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Moderate
Adult/minor relationship, Sexual content, Toxic friendship
224 pages • first pub 1999 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780375705908
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Vintage
Publication date: 05 October 1999
Description
Twelve original and interconnected stories in the traditions of Junot D az and Sherman Alexie. Victor D. LaValle's astonishing, violent, and funny debut offers harrowing glimpses at the vulnerable lives of young people who struggle not only to com...
Community Reviews Summary of 45 reviews
Moods
reflective 100%
adventurous 50%
challenging 50%
tense 50%
Pace
slow 33%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 66% | Character: 33%Strong character development?
No: 100%Loveable characters?
Yes: 100%Diverse cast of characters?
It's complicated: 100%Flaws of characters a main focus?
It's complicated: 100%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Moderate
Adult/minor relationship, Sexual content, Toxic friendship