A review by catdaddy_b
The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver

adventurous challenging dark emotional funny reflective sad medium-paced

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

4.5

A fascinating account of missionary life in Congo and its aftermath. Compelling writing, and, if you’re listening to the audiobook, the narrative benefits from an outstanding narrator who delivers Kingsolver’s wry asides in a way that brings levity that helps make the tragedy at the heart of the story easier to digest. I read this immediately after Cobalt Red, an experience that makes that (nonfiction book) that much more troubling.