A review by lindseyhall44
Open Water by Caleb Azumah Nelson

challenging emotional slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

Open Water was one of the most stunning books I have ever read. The prose felt like poetry, the exploration of race, masculinity, and love was extremely well done. 
While this is a love story, it does have incredibly hard topics to read, such as police brutality, so keep that it mind when picking it up! 
Ultimately, I look forward to returning to Open Water many times in my life, as well as seeing the future ahead of this talented author.
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