A review by lexiesophocli
Giovanni's Room by James Baldwin

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

5.0

(read in cyprus) 

a heartbreaking, emotional tumult that had me yelling and crying and laughing alongside david and giovanni as they navigated masculinity, sexuality, and belonging. j’adore j’adore j’adore