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kyarabereading 's review for:
The Nickel Boys
by Colson Whitehead
dark
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
The Nickel Boys is a deeply heartbreaking story that, though fictional, carries so much truth. And the hardest truth Whitehead forces the reader to face is that the story told is not an unique one. A tough but important read!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Child abuse, Child death, Cursing, Death, Hate crime, Racial slurs, Racism, Torture, Violence
Moderate: Confinement, Pedophilia, Rape, Sexual violence, Police brutality, Murder