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dj_judderman 's review for:
Sing, Unburied, Sing
by Jesmyn Ward
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Having recently finished Beloved there are some obvious similarities, although this work has the added heat of the Southern location to fan the gothic flames. I struggled with the multiple narrators a bit as they chopped and changed so often and I didn't feel that invested.
The praising quotes in my edition mention Faulkner three times; Time even suggests Ward to be "the heir to Faulkner." This is quite an accolade, but stylistically, Ward is a far easier read than her predecessor. Faulkner can trouble even the most well read with his stream of consciousness and experimental style. This is far more accessible.
The praising quotes in my edition mention Faulkner three times; Time even suggests Ward to be "the heir to Faulkner." This is quite an accolade, but stylistically, Ward is a far easier read than her predecessor. Faulkner can trouble even the most well read with his stream of consciousness and experimental style. This is far more accessible.