Deacon King Kong in Around the World in 80 Books

Oct 01, 2020 Ginger rated it liked it

I am certain this was a case of a great book at the wrong time for me. I tried once, set it aside, and tried again, though it never really captured me. I kept with it, because the narrator on audio was fantastic to listen to, though I suspect there were just too many characters to feasibly keep up with for me at the moment on audio. I wasn’t honestly ever able to differentiate between Deacon King Kong and Sportcoat and Hot Sausage. I am certain this was my failing and would love to pick it up ag ...more

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May 16, 2021 Ellen Librarian rated it it was amazing

The sweetest story you could possibly imagine involving drug dealers, the Mafia and a drunk at the center of it all. There's also a church, a housing project in Brooklyn and a cop. The story is a bit over the top but the author makes it so believable, you never doubt it for a second.

The book is a little slow to get going but unless you're some major curmudgeon, you probably won't be sorry if you stick with it. ...more

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Dec 24, 2020 Lara rated it it was amazing

My favorite book I've read this year (and likely the last one). What a story! What characters! The warmth and humor and kindness woven into this inventive book were exactly what I needed to end this difficult year. Thank you, James McBride! ...more

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