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A review by morriganivy
Beloved by Toni Morrison
dark
emotional
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
This was a hard and long read for me. I see why it is so highly rated by many but it just wasn't for me.
The author writes in such a beautiful and abstract way that is purposfully hard to follow at times. It almost feels abstract and I wish it was something I'd been able to discuss with others to really get the richness of the story. I'd highly suggest finding someone to read with so you can dicuss all of the symbolism this story is full of.
It is also emotionally hard to read. It doesn't shy away from the details of slavery and life after being freed.
The author writes in such a beautiful and abstract way that is purposfully hard to follow at times. It almost feels abstract and I wish it was something I'd been able to discuss with others to really get the richness of the story. I'd highly suggest finding someone to read with so you can dicuss all of the symbolism this story is full of.
It is also emotionally hard to read. It doesn't shy away from the details of slavery and life after being freed.