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samanthaash_'s review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
lizaroo71's review against another edition
4.0
all of these stories are set in the virgin islands with the exception of one that takes place in london. yanique paints a vivid image of the complexities of life on the islands: black vs. white, Non-native vs. Islander, rich vs. poor.
there are characters here that are sharply drawn for short stories: cooper, xica, pinky, anexus corban and father simon. stand out stories for me are: "The Saving Work," "The International Shop of Coffins," and "Kill the Rabbits."
i am eager to read a novel by this eloquent writer.
there are characters here that are sharply drawn for short stories: cooper, xica, pinky, anexus corban and father simon. stand out stories for me are: "The Saving Work," "The International Shop of Coffins," and "Kill the Rabbits."
i am eager to read a novel by this eloquent writer.
bookofcinz's review against another edition
3.0
It is no secret Tiphanie Yanique can write and she showcases this in this collection. I absolutely loved the story that was the title of the book- How to Escape from a Leper Colony . It is not every day I pick up a book that gives a historical look about Chacachare in Trinidad. I thoroughly enjoyed what life could have looked like back then.
What I found interesting is how the author took a slice of Caribbean life and made an entire narrative around it was really great to read. If you are looking for a great Caribbean read, this is it!
What I found interesting is how the author took a slice of Caribbean life and made an entire narrative around it was really great to read. If you are looking for a great Caribbean read, this is it!
pathouser's review against another edition
4.0
Extremely talented and creative writer. I gladly look forward to reading more of her future work.
kleinkid7's review against another edition
4.0
3.5 I enjoyed the last two, longer stories with the shifting character focus more than the shorter stories in the first half of the book.
morganw33's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
fast-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? N/A
3.25
bbqrplanting's review against another edition
4.0
This is a collection of short stories by a professor from my school, so I was perhaps a bit forgiving. It was maybe closer to 3.5 stars. As with most collections of short stories, some are better than others.
darnishabee's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
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? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, and Violence
Minor: Rape