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A review by carolynrasp
Carolina Built by Kianna Alexander
hopeful
informative
inspiring
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? It's complicated
3.0
The concept of historical fiction about someone with very little known about them, but with an impact somewhere, is fascinating to me. I didn't know about Josephine Leary, but I'm glad I do now! I did struggle with the writing a bit, it mostly felt too optimistic for me, but it is a more uplifting way to tell a Black woman who became a well known property owner in Edenton, NC. I really wish there was more focus on her properties and the build at the end to show her prowess.