A review by _soraya_pl
The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by James McBride

slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

1.0

I knew this book was going to be a let down. I guess it’s historical fiction and an attempt to highlight a Black and Jewish town. Every page introduces a new character and no one adds to the plot. I’m still unsure if they ever figured out whose bones were buried.