41 pages 1 hour read

Raven Leilani

Luster

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

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Reviews & Readership

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Raven Leilani's Luster is lauded for its raw, unflinching exploration of race, sex, and modern life, delivering a fresh voice with sharp, witty prose. Reviewers praise its complex characters and nuanced depiction of millennial struggles. However, some note the plot's meandering nature and occasional lack of resolution. Overall, a bold and compelling debut.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Luster?

Readers who enjoy Luster by Raven Leilani typically appreciate contemporary fiction that explores themes of race, sexuality, and the complexities of modern relationships. Fans of Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid or Queenie by Candice Carty-Williams will find this novel compelling and thought-provoking.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
Modern Classic Fiction
Romance
Topics
Race / Racism
Themes
Identity: Race
Identity: Mental Health
Values/Ideas: Art