Reviews

Glory Be by Danielle Arceneaux

jkpark's review against another edition

funny lighthearted mysterious fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

andreea11's review against another edition

funny mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

3.75

smunro's review against another edition

funny mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.5

pearlbookish's review

adventurous emotional funny hopeful informative lighthearted mysterious relaxing fast-paced

5.0

trapwomanistcyborgwitch's review

5.0

Beyoncé's Renaissance sets the enchanting stage for this intricately woven yet lighthearted mystery unfolding in Lafayette, Louisiana, immersing readers into the intricate lives of black women. Specifically, "Church Girl" emerges as the anthem that resonates throughout this remarkable literary journey. Personally entwined with the characters Glory and Delphine Broussard, I discovered echoes of my own mother in Glory—a devoted churchgoer molded by the nuances of respectability politics. Delphine, embodying the intricate dynamics of mother-child relationships, struck a chord with my own experiences.

The narrative skillfully navigates through a myriad of themes, encompassing environmental justice, the prison-to-prison pipeline, recidivism, grief, fatphobia, ageism, depression, substance abuse, and the poignant pain associated with church experiences. Amity Gay, with her compelling story, adds profound layers to the overarching narrative. At its essence, the book revolves around Glory's unwavering pursuit of justice and closure for her friend. Bahni Turpin's narration of the audiobook further enriched my experience, making the journey even more captivating.

Immersing myself in this literary masterpiece was a thoroughly enjoyable experience, and my anticipation for the sequel knows no bounds. I delight in recommending this book and the other related books to fellow enthusiasts—may they relish it as much as I did!

Thank you, Partner @cocoachapters @pegasus_books @darceneaux for copies of this wonderful book and audiobook.

Pub Date: October 3, 2023


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1m1eek's review

4.0

Fun read. Sassy main character. Beach read.

acceleratedreaderalum's review

adventurous emotional funny medium-paced

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

4.25

When the story starts to slow down, the comedy of the characters conversations keep you invested.

pnreads's review against another edition

funny slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

2.75

rseykora's review

mysterious medium-paced

2.75

I liked the character Glory. This type of mystery is not for me. 

pageturnervic's review against another edition

funny mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

3.75