A review by badmom
Stories from the Tenants Downstairs by Sidik Fofana

emotional funny hopeful informative reflective sad tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

Intriguing set of vignettes centered on people living in/associated with a Harlem apartment building targeted for gentrification.  The characters’ flaws are highlighted but with loving care; they struggle because they’re at the mercy of a racist & classist system. 
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