A review by amandaquotidianbooks
Fruit of the Lemon by Andrea Levy
challenging
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
An interesting look at the racism, specifically micro-aggressions, in 1970s England. Unfortunately, the book failed to spend time on the main character’s thoughts and emotions. Instead, it was a very distanced narrative with no main plot or resolution.
Graphic: Racism and Violence