A review by savannahtrice
You Can't Keep a Good Woman Down by Alice Walker

reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? N/A
  • Loveable characters? N/A
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

5.0

I'm not big on short story collections, and often find it hard to finish them, but I adored this one! Each story was so well written and kept me hooked. While some stories were better than others, all were entertaining at worst. Coming Apart, The Abortion, Porn, Advancing Luna- and Ida B. Wells, and A Sudden Trip Home in the Spring were definitely my favorites. The way Walker takes on controversial and rarely discussed topics head-on, and applies such a thick layer of nuance, is truly something I've never seen before in a writer. I'd cut off a limb if it meant I could write half as masterfully as she does. I can't stop gushing about how incredibly talented she is, and I look forward to reading more from her in the future. 
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