A review by madisone
The Black Flamingo by Dean Atta

emotional hopeful inspiring reflective 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? It's complicated

4.5

The discussion of queerness within this book is the only thing I truly understood as the person I am. I am not a black male, and I will never try to speak for one. This was such a gorgeous book. Goosebumps and chills at multiple points. A quick easy read, that covers such important topics and creates characters that, though you didn’t spend much time with them, you grow to appreciate and care for.
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