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A review by francica
The Book of Night Women by Marlon James
5.0
This book was such a heavy read, if you are triggered by brutality and violence especially related to slavery maybe this would not be your cup of tea.
What I enjoyed about this story the most, as a person who have studied Caribbean History, is how Marlon James was able through this work of fiction depict quite clearly major events that occurred in Jamaican Sugar plantations during slavery.
Lilith's character was a testament of James' skill as a writer. When you read about Lilith and the night women especially Homer, You would not help but feel empathy and also admire the strength of these women. I always felt that women's voices especially black's women voices are underrepresented in Caribbean History. This was what probably drew me to the story so much.
I am going to look for other books written by Marlon James . I cannot believe this is the first time that I read one of his books. For persons who like historical fiction novels this one is really good.
What I enjoyed about this story the most, as a person who have studied Caribbean History, is how Marlon James was able through this work of fiction depict quite clearly major events that occurred in Jamaican Sugar plantations during slavery.
Lilith's character was a testament of James' skill as a writer. When you read about Lilith and the night women especially Homer, You would not help but feel empathy and also admire the strength of these women. I always felt that women's voices especially black's women voices are underrepresented in Caribbean History. This was what probably drew me to the story so much.
I am going to look for other books written by Marlon James . I cannot believe this is the first time that I read one of his books. For persons who like historical fiction novels this one is really good.