A review by fromstephspages
An American Marriage by Tayari Jones

emotional tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

 Listennnn! This book was SO good. I was so into the book that I finished it in 2 days. I loved the storyline and shifts in character perspectives. I felt like I was able to see the 'whole picture' and gain a deeper understanding of each of the characters. I have not been so emotionally invested in a book like this for so long and boy oh boy was it an emotional roller coaster. Of course, Roy being wrongfully accused and sentenced was heartbreaking, prison life, Celestial's life, so many moments where I felt sadness, but I also had moments where I laughed out loud. Older folks have the funniest sayings!  The ending of the book left me feeling a bit unsatisfied, but I will say it made a lot of sense for the book to end how it did. Oh also, Team Roy 

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