A review by egould1
Groundskeeping by Lee Cole

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

3.5

An interesting coming of age story along with commentary on the South story. I enjoyed the Southern commentary more, as it is pitted against Alma’s elite upbringing. The novel doesn’t have a grand conclusions, which is true for life. It’s quiet overall and is missing any big conflict.