A review by dirtydishes
There There by Tommy Orange

dark emotional informative reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.75

Felt the writing was pretentious and full of itself. The topics talked about are very important, but the writing isn't gripping enough to write about real world issues in my opinion. Interesting characters, lots of interesting development and backstory, but couldn't get fully invested due to the writing.
First half of the book is very character driven, second half is all about the powwow they are travelling to and the shooting that takes place. Pacing slows down quite a bit in second half.
Was a bit hard to get through and finish this book. Felt boring and self-important.
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