A review by rebeccazh
The Color Purple by Alice Walker

Just realized I didn't write a review for this. I love Celie. There's something so likeable about her; I was drawn to her from the very first letter and I just devoured this book in one sitting. I love the letter format, I love the subtle switch from 'Dear God' to 'Dear Nettie' -- the final chains falling free. I also really appreciated Celie's desire/love for Shug, Shug's bisexuality, the community and friendships Celie gains, and most of all, the spirituality pervading the book. I think this is one of the favorite quotes I've ever read: I think us here to wonder, myself. To wonder. To ask. And that in wondering bout the big things and asking bout the big things, you learn about the little ones, almost by accident.