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trishadenise's review against another edition
4.0
Long, winding, savory. I really liked it, but had to take my time with it and it took a while for it to take hold with me. the writing is excellent, even while the story and characters are broad and unwieldy at first, which is what kept me reading.
lindseyzank's review
4.0
An inventive, playful, and sharp story about an interracial family across generations and historical moments (from the 1950's through 2010) in American history. My reading experience of this book was highly enjoyable because of the way Porter balances character development with controlled narrative experimentation with exploration of how race affects family relationships and people's experiences of history. The novel also examines death, disappointment, love, sexuality, marriage, and the ties that bind people together. The writing is emotional, funny, intelligent. I particularly loved Eloise's story, a Black woman who admires Bessie Coleman and wants to become a pilot, and who struggles over the years to embrace her lesbian identity. Porter is a smart, smart writer, and I can't wait to read what she writes next!
62rena's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
informative
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
jhealybooknerd's review
4.0
This book I beautifully written. It‘s structure kept me on my toes, jumping around between years and characters who may in some way be connected. This one will stay with me for awhile.
carolinedempsey's review
4.0
Confusing at times, especially in the beginning, but once I got to know the characters, I couldn’t stop reading.
kellygracejackson's review
3.0
I thoroughly enjoyed this book but I can't say that I will remember this book. I haven't thought about it since I read it. I still consider it a worthwhile way to spend your time. I guess I just wish I had gotten to know the characters a bit better.
alex_is_totally_fine's review against another edition
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
Non-linear character driven family saga that manages to keep your attention throughout.
lblattttt's review
5.0
When a book review says the book I am about to read will be similar to Homegoing – I AM ALL IN. While I would have rather read this in hard copy to be able to flip back to the list of character easier I couldn’t stop reading! Told over the span of 50+ years this beautiful book tells the story of multiple characters. I loved the short, engaging chapters to learn about each character and how their lives intertwine. The writing flows, there are happy and sad times, but these people keep prevailing. My words wont do this book justice – you will have to read it.