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Grown Women: A Novel by Sarai Johnson
dark
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
An unflinching portrayal of women grappling with unplanned and sometimes unwanted motherhood in dire circumstances. A story told over four generations of Black women and several decades focusing on regrets, forgiveness and the struggle for independence.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying, Sexual violence, Suicide, Violence, Death of parent, and Pregnancy
Minor: Eating disorder, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Rape, Sexual assault, Vomit, Grief, and Abortion