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A review by mayze
Giovanni's Room by James Baldwin
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Great read, Baldwin's writing easily brings you to 1950s Paris. The seedy bars, the descriptions of daily life, everyday people and conversation between characters make you want to experience it yourself.
Graphic: Cursing, Death, Homophobia, Infidelity, Self harm, Toxic relationship, Xenophobia, Murder, Gaslighting, Alcohol, Sexual harassment, and Classism