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A review by shandelier_
Twelve Bar Blues by Patrick Neate
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Twelve Bar Blues is the first book I have read that has prominently black characters! It is a great book of representation and black history!
I would've never thought that this would put me out of my reading slump and I am so happy that I even picked it up at our local book trade event!
The book opened my eyes to prostitution, poverty and most importantly, the racism of the time. I found it saddening and beautiful at the same time. Beautiful for the fact that they have fought all the discrimination they faced.
I also love the fact that it was about the jazz culture in New Orleans. Also, the African culture was an excellent added mix!
I would highly recommend this book to everyone I know! This is a must-read!
I would've never thought that this would put me out of my reading slump and I am so happy that I even picked it up at our local book trade event!
The book opened my eyes to prostitution, poverty and most importantly, the racism of the time. I found it saddening and beautiful at the same time. Beautiful for the fact that they have fought all the discrimination they faced.
I also love the fact that it was about the jazz culture in New Orleans. Also, the African culture was an excellent added mix!
I would highly recommend this book to everyone I know! This is a must-read!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racial slurs and Racism
Moderate: Alcoholism, Misogyny, and Sexual content