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A review by jaybis
The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by James McBride
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Beautifully written book about a town of characters. Several scenes will stay with me for a long time.
Graphic: Forced institutionalization and Violence
Moderate: Sexual assault, Racism, and Child abuse