A review by carolyneaton
The Trees by Percival Everett

challenging dark emotional funny lighthearted mysterious reflective tense fast-paced

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

4.75

This starts as a crime thriller taking a humorous swipe at racism in the US, but it really takes a disturbing turn. Quite brilliant.