A review by ashdevito
Giovanni's Room by James Baldwin

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

5.0

A really good read! Despite the plot being given away in the introductory of this edition it doesn't fault the book in fact I'd argue it expands the book. A masterclass of writing a must read for every young queen person or a good book to introduce those to Baldwin and his work. 

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