lupesonador 's review for:

The Reformatory by Tananarive Due

5.0

challenging dark emotional hopeful informative inspiring mysterious reflective sad tense 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

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Be ready to feel every possible emotion when reading this book. Though the story is set in the 1950s, it’s a stark reminder that many systems remain unchanged. Progress is very much still needed. This was a phenomenal read, and highly recommend.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Child abuse, Child death, Death, Physical abuse, Racial slurs, Racism, Torture, Violence

Minor: Rape