The Dove in the Belly by Jim Grimsley

The Dove in the Belly

Jim Grimsley

336 pages first pub 2022 (editions)

fiction lgbtqia+ romance young adult emotional hopeful reflective medium-paced

Description

At the University of North Carolina, Ronny’s made some friends, kept his secrets, survived dorm life, and protected his heart.  Until he can’t. Ben is in some ways Ronny’s opposite; he’s big and solid where Ronny is small and slight. Ben’s at UNC ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 41 reviews

Moods

emotional 100%
reflective 92%
sad 57%
hopeful 42%
tense 42%
challenging 7%
dark 7%
inspiring 7%

Pace

medium 78%
fast 14%
slow 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 69% | A mix: 30%

Strong character development?

Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 16%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 69% | It's complicated: 30%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 90% | No: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 63% | It's complicated: 36%

Average rating

4.49

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