*This novel published for adults seems to be another "must-read" for summer 2021. After seeing it time after time, I decided to purchase the novel and see what all the buzz was about.
What It Is About - FIVE Things You Need to Know:
*Ike is a black man who has been out of prison for many years and has created a positive and productive life.
*Buddy Lee is a white man who also has had in hand in the life of crime.
*The only thing these two men have in common is their sons married and created a new life for themselves.
*After their sons are murdered, the two fathers come together to find out who is responsible and why their sons were caught in the cross-fire.
*They take the law into their own hands and return to a life of crime in which they both swore was in the past.
What I Thought Of It - Five Observations/Reflections:
What I Thought Of It - Five Observations/Reflections:
*I had read Cosby's other novel Blacktop Wasteland which I enjoyed.
*This story moved at a quicker pace and I found myself more engaged.
*It was fascinating to read about the progression of Ike and Buddy Lee's friendship.
*The plot was real, raw, and didn't hold back.
*While I didn't always agree with the choices Ike and Buddy Lee made, I could see how a father would go to great lengths to avenge their sons' deaths.
Who Should Read It:
*In my opinion, this novel published for adults would appeal to any and all adult readers. Happy Reading!
Rating: 4 STARS out of 5 Stars
Rating: 4 STARS out of 5 Stars
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