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A review by aimiller
Sorrowland by Rivers Solomon
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
tense
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? It's complicated
4.0
I really enjoyed this, as weird as it might be to say that about a book that to me feels like a slightly more grounded The Road. Watching Vern's journey through trust and mistrust I think is a fascinating story in and of itself, and as the larger mysteries unfold the story comes together in pretty powerful ways. I do think that because it's so rooted in place and history, the more fantastical/sci-fi aspects came across as a little jarring, but I do think the story at the core was important and is an interesting look at grappling with that history.
Graphic: Gun violence and Violence
Moderate: Sexual assault, Racism, Religious bigotry, and Homophobia