A review by mayayandal
The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by James McBride

5.0

I absolutely adored experiencing this book. Reading The Heaven and Earth Grocery store made me feel as if I were a child listening to a story being told by my grandmother. The writing feels as if you’re listening to a Griot speak which is a very heartwarming feeling and also hard to accomplish (for the record - I read this one without audio!).

There are a few characters that you will come to fall in love with. The best part about this book is how beautifully the storylines of the members of this community come together for one common goal. The Heaven and Earth Grocery store is such a moving work and i encourage you to check it out, especially if you love historical fiction or music! Follow me on Instagram (@mayd.reads) for a short list of musicians referenced in the book. I had a blast researching each and also shared a few photos along with this post!