Before reading this novel, I went back and re-read The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. Since it had been close to forty years since I read the book, I was glad that I did because not only had I forgotten much of the story, but after reading the synopsis of James, I read it with a different viewpoint. James starts out closely following the story in Huck but about halfway through, veers off. I thought this was a powerful and thought-provoking story and I expect it to be one of the most critically acclaimed books of the year.
James by Percival Everett, (List Price: $28, Doubleday, 9780385550369, March 2024)
Reviewed by Kathy Clemmons, Sundog Books in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida