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krandelzhofer 's review for:
The Nickel Boys
by Colson Whitehead
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
sad
medium-paced
Strong character development:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
It wasn't as graphic as I thought it might be for which I was relieved. However, it still gave a gut-wrenching depiction of the treatment of these boys in the so-called reform school. Excellent writing.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying, Child abuse, Child death, Confinement, Death, Gun violence, Hate crime, Physical abuse, Forced institutionalization, Blood, Police brutality, Murder
Minor: Adult/minor relationship, Vomit, Medical content