A review by rcsreads
The Lonely Londoners by Sam Selvon

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

4.25

Still relevant, especially in post-Brexit Britain. This follows the story of Moses and the Boys in 50's London as they struggle to find work and make new lives for themselves in an increasingly racist Britain.
The story has no real beginning or end, it's just an increasingly depressing snapshot of immigrant life with occasional, brief moments of comedy. 
Definitely recommend.
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