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renewed_reader 's review for:
The Davenports
by Krystal Marquis
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This is a very good book. I liked the development of the four female characters. It was important to see them make their own way, instead of being overly influenced by their lovers. I was also captivated by the author’s potrayal of Black society in 1910s Chicago.
The things I would have changed have to do Harrison and John. I really like Ruby and Harrison but I would have liked to know more about his background and flaws. John’s described as particularly charming to people but I didn’t feel that way. I also would have liked to know what was John’s issue with Harrison.
Overall, this is a very good read that I will recommend to others. 😊
The things I would have changed have to do Harrison and John. I really like Ruby and Harrison but I would have liked to know more about his background and flaws. John’s described as particularly charming to people but I didn’t feel that way. I also would have liked to know what was John’s issue with Harrison.
Overall, this is a very good read that I will recommend to others. 😊
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Hate crime, Misogyny, Racism, Sexism, Slavery, Violence, Police brutality, Grief, Abandonment, Injury/Injury detail, Classism
Minor: Drug use