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A review by arisol
Take My Hand by Dolen Perkins-Valdez
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
reflective
sad
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? No
4.75
A deeply troubling, but vital novel, connecting a long history of system abuses to what we continue to see today. The character development and relationship-building is moving and carries an important weight to the plot. Highly recommend, will read other books by this author.
Moderate: Racism, Classism, Sexism, Abortion, Medical trauma, Pregnancy, Misogyny, Ableism, and Infertility
Minor: Cancer