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countrymouse's review against another edition
2.25
A book that didn't really evoke any thoughts or feelings. A nice basic read.
viima_'s review against another edition
adventurous
informative
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
goldendreams's review
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Death, Genocide, Gun violence, Racism, Slavery, Violence, and Grief
Moderate: Alcoholism, Child death, Domestic abuse, and Alcohol
upward_not_northward's review
adventurous
informative
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? Yes
4.0
internationalreads's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
inspiring
fast-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
4.5
lottie1803's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
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
3.5
saracook's review against another edition
adventurous
informative
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.75
joaniesickler's review
3.0
I took me a while to appreciate the enormity and importance of this narration by the Africans who devotedly carry David Livingston's body out of the interior to the coast for transport to England. It is a wondrous education in the cultural, societal, historical, physical and emotional pressures of the day and how these remarkable people succeed. What a journey for them and for me. Thank you Petina Gappah.