A review by e1eanorgrace
The Personal Librarian, by Marie Benedict, Victoria Christopher Murray
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Engaging and informative! While a fictionalized telling, this book brought the life of an under-acknowledged historical figure to light, simultaneously urging a discussion the far reaching white supremacy, colorism, and privilege just as relevant today as in the 20th century.
Moderate: Antisemitism, Racism, and Sexism
Minor: Abortion, Lesbophobia, Hate crime, and Death