61 pages 2 hours read

Daniel Black

Perfect Peace

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011

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Daniel Black's Perfect Peace explores complex themes of identity, gender, and family dynamics in a Southern Black community. Reviewers praise its emotional depth, poignant storytelling, and rich character development. Some critique the pacing and occasional melodrama but overall, the novel is lauded for its powerful narrative and thought-provoking content.

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Who Should Read Perfect Peace?

Readers who would enjoy Perfect Peace by Daniel Black are captivated by intricate family dynamics, identity struggles, and Southern African American history. Fans of Toni Morrison's Beloved and Alice Walker's The Color Purple will appreciate its depth and emotional impact. Ideal for those interested in profound, character-driven narratives.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Themes
Emotions/Behavior: Conflict
Emotions/Behavior: Guilt
Emotions/Behavior: Regret
Topics
Gender / Feminism
History: World
LGBTQ
Genre
Historical Fiction