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A review by ess_x
The Gilda Stories by Jewelle Gomez
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
I must say as a Black, queer person myself, I am touched. I did not know that this book existed at all until a friend gifted it to me for Christmas in 2022. It took me a while to get to it, but I am glad that I did so. I see myself a lot in her. I’m pretty sure a lot of Black LGBTQ+ people will.
Graphic: Abandonment and Emotional abuse