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A review by book_buddy_rob
One Night in Georgia by Celeste O. Norfleet
challenging
emotional
tense
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
5.0
This is probably one of the most important books that I’ve read so far this year.
Not only is it a fantastically written historical fiction novel but it touches on so many heavy yet poignant themes that are relevant today, mainly the racism and antiblackness experienced by black people in the United States. It does so in a way that isn’t sugar coating anything to appeal to non black readers but in a way that forces you to reflect on these themes.
If you enjoy historical fiction and are working to diversify your bookshelf, I definitely recommend this one.
Not only is it a fantastically written historical fiction novel but it touches on so many heavy yet poignant themes that are relevant today, mainly the racism and antiblackness experienced by black people in the United States. It does so in a way that isn’t sugar coating anything to appeal to non black readers but in a way that forces you to reflect on these themes.
If you enjoy historical fiction and are working to diversify your bookshelf, I definitely recommend this one.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racial slurs, Racism, and Violence