A review by thenovelmaura
Red at the Bone by Jacqueline Woodson

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

4.5

Who knew such a short read could convey so much about this family and have such a powerful impact on the reader! I also loved how it delves into the impacts of the Tulsa Race Massacre, a topic that was briefly touched on in my U.S History classes in high school, but never in a meaningful way that conveyed the devastation wreaked upon these Black families. 

I see why everyone raves about this book and the full-cast audiobook was incredible. Hearing Melody's grandfather speak about his family with such love and regret made me want to cry while listening. If you're going to read this one, get the audio from your library. Full stop.
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