A review by cassandrahpenny
Giovanni's Room by James Baldwin

challenging dark emotional reflective sad fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I read this in a short time for book club and even though I was not in the mood for an intense read, this was simply divine. So beautifully written, I was enthralled the whole time. A worthy addition to the classic literary canon! Would recommend this to any reader.