A review by bowtiesandbookmarks
Plum Bun: A Novel Without a Moral by Jessie Redmon Fauset

challenging emotional reflective slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

I really wanted to like this one, but I’ll be honest, I was not a fan. This book was written in 1929, almost 100 years ago, and the language reflects that. In the end, I caught myself having to reread pages. This is a book I will want to read again in future to ensure I fully grasp the plot.
In further reflection, I have gained a new appreciation for this book. I would have loved to get more into her sister’s life, but obviously, this story is not about her, and I think

her ultimately ending up with men who originally wanted Angela is enough for me.