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The Sea Birds Are Still Alive by Toni Cade Bambara

steller0707's review

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

4.0

claben's review

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5.0

Published in 1977, this book is not only still relevant in terms of content (most of the stories center around Black women active in community/political life) but glorious in its celebration of language and non-linear form.
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