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A review by sundayfever
The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by James McBride
challenging
dark
reflective
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
This book radicalized me. Really thoughtful and nuanced story of the history of immigration, disability and race.
Graphic: Child abuse, Racial slurs, Rape, Sexual assault, and Forced institutionalization
Moderate: Ableism, Racism, Excrement, Antisemitism, and Murder
Minor: Infertility and Death of parent