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242 pages • first pub 1928 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781846687853
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Serpent's Tail
Publication date: 22 May 2014
Description
A writer of the Harlem Renaissance, Nella Larsen wrote just two novels, published here, and a handful of short stories. Critically acclaimed, both speak powerfully of the contradictions and restrictions experienced by black women at that time. ...
Community Reviews Summary of 501 reviews
Moods
emotional 71%
dark 45%
sad 40%
tense 37%
informative 22%
challenging 17%
mysterious 11%
inspiring 5%
adventurous 2%
funny 2%
Pace
medium 40%
fast 16%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 80% | A mix: 15% | Plot: 3%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 46% | Yes: 38% | No: 11% | N/A: 3%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 64% | No: 28% | Yes: 8%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 7%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 92% | It's complicated: 7%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Racial slurs, RacismModerate
Death of parent, Suicide, InfidelityMinor
Alcohol, Sexism, Death
242 pages • first pub 1928 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781846687853
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Serpent's Tail
Publication date: 22 May 2014
Description
A writer of the Harlem Renaissance, Nella Larsen wrote just two novels, published here, and a handful of short stories. Critically acclaimed, both speak powerfully of the contradictions and restrictions experienced by black women at that time. ...
Community Reviews Summary of 501 reviews
Moods
emotional 71%
dark 45%
sad 40%
tense 37%
informative 22%
challenging 17%
mysterious 11%
inspiring 5%
adventurous 2%
funny 2%
Pace
medium 40%
fast 16%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 80% | A mix: 15% | Plot: 3%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 46% | Yes: 38% | No: 11% | N/A: 3%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 64% | No: 28% | Yes: 8%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 7%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 92% | It's complicated: 7%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Racial slurs, RacismModerate
Death of parent, Suicide, InfidelityMinor
Alcohol, Sexism, Death