A review by ktb97
Giovanni's Room by James Baldwin

challenging dark emotional sad tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

This was a beautiful insight into a man who is conflicted with his true self and sexuality, but as a story it fell flat for me. I didn’t care much what happened to the main characters, as none of them were particularly likable or memorable.