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.