These Ghosts Are Family
These Ghosts Are Family
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Jamaica • 2000s
2020
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
These Ghosts Are Family by Maisy Card explores the lives of a Jamaican family as they uncover generational secrets and confront past identities. The novel delves into themes of identity, migration, and the legacy of slavery, spanning across continents and centuries. Through interconnected stories, individuals navigate complex family dynamics and personal transformations.
Mysterious
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Emotional
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
8,153 ratings
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Review Roundup
Maisy Card's These Ghosts Are Family is celebrated for its intricate storytelling and complex exploration of identity and history. The narrative's multi-generational scope and diverse character perspectives are praised, though some readers find the structure occasionally disjointed. Overall, the novel is seen as a compelling and thought-provoking debut.
Who Should Read These Ghosts Are Family?
A reader who enjoys complex narratives exploring identity, family secrets, and Caribbean heritage would appreciate These Ghosts Are Family by Maisy Card. Fans of The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao by Junot Díaz or Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi will find this intergenerational saga compelling and richly textured.
8,153 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
Jamaica • 2000s
2020
Adult
18+ years
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