A review by serendipitysbooks
The Sellout by Paul Beatty

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

3.75

 The Sellout also uses satire as a tool to explore racial issues. The plot centres on a Supreme Court case involving a Black man reintroducing segregation and slavery. It’s full of sharp witty one liners, many of which will have you laughing. But only because it is better than crying. And because Beatty is so skilled at parody and hilarious mockery.  really enjoyed the message but tired of the relentlessness of style by the end.
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