A review by tannerduffy
The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by James McBride

challenging emotional hopeful reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This is a beautiful, difficult, astounding novel. Through the interwoven stories of many, many characters, a subtle but powerful message is portrayed. Although at times the narrative is chaotic (like real-life), the themes of love and connection as demonstrated by the characters in this novel outshines it. It’s a flawed, sad, story of hope, but I think that’s the way it was meant to be. 
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