knrachel's profile picture

knrachel 's review for:

Long After We Are Gone by Terah Shelton Harris
4.0
challenging emotional hopeful inspiring tense medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

This novel pulled me in from the start. It tells the story of a family brought back together after their father's death. Each member is facing personal struggles and hiding secrets, while also uncovering old family truths.

Junior and CeCe are trying to get away from their childhood home, the Kingdom in Diggs, while Mance and Tokey feel more at peace staying there. As the story unfolds, each character grows and learns to accept who they are as King Solomon's children. It’s a touching story about family, identity, and finding your place.