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A review by susannah_knox
The Color Purple by Alice Walker
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
I'm so so glad I decided to re-read this book. I remembered the atmosphere but not the plot, so the way the story and the voices of the characters evolved surprised and delighted me. Just a beautiful and timeless book.
Graphic: Incest, Rape, and Adult/minor relationship
Moderate: Racism, Violence, Colonisation, and Racial slurs