A review by leslielopezholder
The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead

challenging dark emotional reflective sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I can't put into words how impactful this book was. I read this for the first time about 5 years ago and I still will think back on it. It grabs hold of you and the ending will then shatter you. I don't want to spoil anything but this is one that I would recommend anyone to read. It is expertly written and contrasts dueling philosophies in the main characters in a thought-provoking way.