A review by onemorepagecrew
Don't Cry for Me by Daniel Black

challenging emotional reflective sad 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? Yes

5.0

Don’t Cry for Me by Daniel Black might be my favorite book of the year.  I know we have 5 months left to go, but this story was incredibly special.  In this fictional novel a father, Jacob, is writing to his son, Isaac, from his deathbed.  
 
He writes of his relationship with Isaac’s mother, his reaction to learning that Isaac is gay, his experiences as a Black man and father, and ultimately his journey with the choices he has made throughout his life. 
 
The writing in this book is beautiful and free flowing.  It feels as though someone has poured their life and their reflections into letters.  There is honesty with vulnerability, and I ached for both Jacob and Isaac.  Please read this book and sink into it; it’s absolutely wonderful.  
 
I hope the rumors are true that a follow-up book from Isaac’s perspective is in the works. #fingerscrossed 
 
Content warnings: Homophobia, Domestic abuse, Death of parent, Bullying 
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