228 pages • first pub 1976 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780704338852
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: The Women's Press Ltd
Publication date: 01 June 1976
Description
The second novel written by the bestselling author of THE COLOUR PURPLE.
Community Reviews Summary of 434 reviews
Moods
challenging 65%
emotional 53%
dark 46%
sad 42%
inspiring 19%
tense 15%
informative 7%
mysterious 7%
adventurous 3%
funny 3%
hopeful 3%
lighthearted 3%
relaxing 3%
Pace
medium 40%
fast 12%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 80% | A mix: 20%Strong character development?
Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 47% | No: 28% | Yes: 23%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 95% | No: 4%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 5%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Racial slurs, Racism, Child deathModerate
Sexual assault, Police brutality, Child abuseMinor
Rape, Slavery228 pages • first pub 1976 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780704338852
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: The Women's Press Ltd
Publication date: 01 June 1976
Description
The second novel written by the bestselling author of THE COLOUR PURPLE.
Community Reviews Summary of 434 reviews
Moods
challenging 65%
emotional 53%
dark 46%
sad 42%
inspiring 19%
tense 15%
informative 7%
mysterious 7%
adventurous 3%
funny 3%
hopeful 3%
lighthearted 3%
relaxing 3%
Pace
medium 40%
fast 12%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 80% | A mix: 20%Strong character development?
Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 47% | No: 28% | Yes: 23%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 95% | No: 4%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 5%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Racial slurs, Racism, Child deathModerate
Sexual assault, Police brutality, Child abuseMinor
Rape, Slavery