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Death of parent, Racism, RapeModerate
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Summary of 4685 reviews
Moods
reflective 69%
mysterious 40%
hopeful 33%
sad 32%
inspiring 27%
adventurous 22%
challenging 18%
informative 11%
tense 9%
dark 8%
funny 1%
lighthearted 1%
relaxing 1%
Pace
slow 16%
fast 14%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 52% | Character: 40% | Plot: 7%Strong character development?
Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 3%Loveable characters?
Yes: 73% | It's complicated: 22% | No: 4%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 96% | It's complicated: 1% | No: 1%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 23% | No: 12%Average rating
385 pages | first published 2022
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ISBN/UID: 9780593358337
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Publication date: 01 February 2022
Description
Two estranged siblings delve into their mother’s hidden past—and how it all connects to her traditional Caribbean black cake—in this immersive family saga, “a character-driven, multigenerational story that’s meant to be savored” (Time). We can’t ...Book Information
385 pages | first published 2022
The StoryGraph is an affiliate of the featured links. We earn commission on any purchases made.
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ISBN/UID: 9780593358337
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Publication date: 01 February 2022
Description
Two estranged siblings delve into their mother’s hidden past—and how it all connects to her traditional Caribbean black cake—in this immersive family saga, “a character-driven, multigenerational story that’s meant to be savored” (Time). We can’t ...Book information
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Death of parent, Racism, RapeModerate
Sexual assault, Grief, AbandonmentCommunity Reviews
Summary of 4685 reviews
Moods
reflective 69%
mysterious 40%
hopeful 33%
sad 32%
inspiring 27%
adventurous 22%
challenging 18%
informative 11%
tense 9%
dark 8%
funny 1%
lighthearted 1%
relaxing 1%
Pace
slow 16%
fast 14%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 52% | Character: 40% | Plot: 7%Strong character development?
Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 3%Loveable characters?
Yes: 73% | It's complicated: 22% | No: 4%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 96% | It's complicated: 1% | No: 1%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 23% | No: 12%Average rating