A review by nilseman
The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead

challenging informative inspiring medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

enjoyed it, found it very engaging. didn’t know much about reform schools, so the final part where whitehead explains his inspiration is a nice addition. occasionally found the shift in perspective from turner to elwood and vice versa a bit confusing, but that may be the point.