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A review by iremisa
Luster by Raven Leilani
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
sad
tense
slow-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
This novel moved me…the writing and the way Edie goes through horrible things and explains those things to us in such a detached, witty and charming way is fascinating. I liked to say Edie is like a plastic bag floating and letting things happen to her….. Her trying to simply fit in the boxes society shaped for her is devastating and fascinating to see. I love Edie and I wish I could go on with her. Raven Leilani has made a fan out of me. I cannot wait to see what she does next!!
Graphic: Blood
Moderate: Violence
Minor: Alcoholism and Death