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A review by casualskimreader
The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver
dark
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Read it in 2018 for a school project. It is my favourite book I have ever read. The writing is spectacular and the story is incredible. It is slow but every page is worth it. It is my number one book recommendation. I will reread it once I get my paper back again.
Graphic: Child death, Death, Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Racism, Sexism, Religious bigotry, and Colonisation
Moderate: Body shaming