A review by charley0796
The Color Purple by Alice Walker

dark emotional hopeful fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

A powerful exploration of racism, religion, lgbt erasure and sexism through the eyes of a young black lady called Celie and her sister. You follow her from her arranged marriage, separation and her bisexual relationship with Shug. You read about the growth of all characters involved in the stories as they age. From Celie finding her independence to her sister recovering from being cast out by her family. 
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