A review by emmas_bookshelf
The Rich People Have Gone Away by Regina Porter

dark hopeful mysterious reflective tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

This lit fic novel is heavily featured the COVID-19 pandemic, specifically in 2020, and how New Yorkers from different walks of life were effected. Major themes include racism and class privilege. All of this is set against a group of characters - some with strong ties, some with loose ties - searching for a missing woman. It was really interesting and I enjoyed reading it.