A review by mamaorgana80
Let Us Descend by Jesmyn Ward

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

3.25

Poetry masquerading as prose. I cannot say I enjoyed reading this—incredibly moving and difficult without reprieve.