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Jan 13, 2015
Joy
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3.5
Although it has been a couple of weeks since I finished the book, I will do my best to review it.
There are some really great messages about love, relationships, and nonconformity. Hurston's attention to detail - from the game of checkers to the carefully selected names - was admirable.
However, I was not enthralled by the story line. Most of Janie's life is unimpressive as she is continuously influenced by those around her. While I understand that this is part of her journey to finding her ident ...more
There are some really great messages about love, relationships, and nonconformity. Hurston's attention to detail - from the game of checkers to the carefully selected names - was admirable.
However, I was not enthralled by the story line. Most of Janie's life is unimpressive as she is continuously influenced by those around her. While I understand that this is part of her journey to finding her ident ...more
I would say this is between two and three stars, just tipping into three. We had to read this book for AP English this year (it's wonderful, we're celebrating black history month with some diverse writing), and I absolutely loved the plot! The thing is, it was just so difficult for me to read that I can't give it any more than three stars. I'm southern and I hear people talk like this every second of every day, but it was still a challenge for me.
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This book was pretty good. Though it did drag a little, it is a prime example of a self aware and empowered women coming to be.
Mar 27, 2019
Shona Gibson
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it was amazing
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Jun 27, 2020
Jesa Burgoyne
marked it as to-read
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