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emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
This story had me in a chokehold from beginning to end. The way Gyasi can tell a story that spans time, space, culture, and generations is captivating. I'm upset with myself for waiting so long to read Homegoing, but I'm so glad I did.
I might come back to it, but the porter brothers are so problematic. I'm just not in the headspace for all the trigger warnings in one book.
challenging
emotional
sad
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:
Complicated
slow-paced
Narratives written in multiple POVs is not my favorite. I didn't find the story hard to follow but some stories felt unfinished and ultimately took away from the main plot. There was a lot of Monshe's POV, but I wish I had more perspective from Nate and Dodo. I enjoyed the setting and think the multiple POV worked in getting a feel of the town. Ultimately I found the ending to be a little underwhelming.
challenging
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I am glad I waited for this time in my life to read Sula. I had to sit with this one for a little bit. Though Sula is on the extreme, I saw aspects of her in myself. But I could also say the same for Nel. When Sula said her lonely is her's? Baby! a word!
emotional
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
this book is a smooth 800+ pages and I have never read through a book of this length so fast. Takerra Allen took her time on this one! I don't care for Noor, and you know what? I'm not sure I cared for anyone. Dorian's and Noor's relationship was so compelling while also being trifling as hell.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Sexual assault
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I am not even going to front like I didn't have a good time with one. The twists and turns in the story were unexpected and paced well. There was never a lull in the story, and it was hard to put the book down once I started. Breanna and Ty had only been in a relationship for like 90 days at the point we meet them in the story. I consider them still being in the "Getting to Know You" phase, so Breanna was getting my nerves with how hard she was going for Ty. Like girl... y'all down know each other. But also it was understandable knowing Breann's past.
I like how race and social media were woven into the story. Breanna's distrust of the police again makes it understandable when she is reluctant to divulge certain information to them. But I think what was more damning than the police was social media and public opinion. The whole storyline with Billie had me frustrated, but in a good way. it's been a while since I've picked up a suspense, thriller, mystery. I would recommend this one, especially if you're looking for a good black suspense/thriller.
I like how race and social media were woven into the story. Breanna's distrust of the police again makes it understandable when she is reluctant to divulge certain information to them. But I think what was more damning than the police was social media and public opinion. The whole storyline with Billie had me frustrated, but in a good way. it's been a while since I've picked up a suspense, thriller, mystery. I would recommend this one, especially if you're looking for a good black suspense/thriller.
The cover of this book is beautiful, but the story is mundane. I didn't see it for Ant and Maya's budding romance, and I don't think I ever will.