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kiya_lanae's review against another edition
4.0
This book was beautiful and so tender. It gave insight into the inner workings of how older black men from the south think and shed a big light on generational curses. It speaks on how important knowledge is, how knowledge allows us to look around, and realize we do have enough room to grow and change our minds. We're not limited to the narratives given to us as children. a real tear jerker!!
nyssa24's review against another edition
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia, Emotional abuse, and Sexual violence
jmiles758's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
dejackson_'s review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Beautiful story. It hit so hard. It’s just a bit slow at times.
rustycreamsicle's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
jsav9's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
mark_17's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
inspiring
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
dinasamimi's review against another edition
4.0
This is a reflective, deeply personal book. I don't read enough about fathers and sons. This is a story of a dying father, writing to his queer son, examining, explaining, reflecting. Daniel Black mentioned in his author's note that he wants us to consider the capacity of father's hearts -- it is such a beautiful sentiment that Black carries throughout their story -- and something I will carry in my own relationship with my father.
allbookedup1953's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
shante9700's review against another edition
5.0
This book is a hymn to Black Malehood, land and the ancestors in discovering what it means to truly be a man. Well done.