A review by pambla
James by Percival Everett

adventurous inspiring reflective medium-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

What an amazing retelling of Huck Finn. James as the protagonist creates an interesting twist in this novel. I highly recommend this book.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Physical abuse, Racial slurs, Racism, Sexual assault, Slavery, Violence, Colonisation, Classism

This book deals with slavery in a historical context but it's easy to overlook the harsh language and content in the retelling of this book.