God Don't Like Ugly
God Don't Like Ugly
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Ohio • 1960s
2006
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
God Don't Like Ugly by Mary Monroe follows the life of an individual named Annette Goode, whose upbringing is marked by hardship and abuse. Her friendship with Rhoda, a person facing their own challenges, becomes a pivotal aspect of her journey, shaping their experiences and resilience in a small town in Ohio.
Emotional
Dark
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Mary Monroe's God Don't Like Ugly is praised for its raw, compelling narrative and strong character development, particularly of its protagonist, Annette. Readers appreciate the novel's exploration of difficult themes, but some criticize its pacing and find certain plot elements predictable. Overall, it captivates with emotional depth, despite occasional narrative flaws.
Who Should Read God Don't Like Ugly?
A reader interested in God Don't Like Ugly would enjoy emotionally charged narratives tackling themes of friendship, resilience, and overcoming adversity. Fans of The Color Purple by Alice Walker or The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison would appreciate the exploration of African-American female experiences and community.
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God Don't Like Ugly is the first book in a series by Mary Monroe, followed by several sequels including God Still Don't Like Ugly and Red Light Wives.
Mary Monroe, the author of God Don't Like Ugly, is a self-taught writer who grew up in Alabama and draws on her Southern roots and personal experiences in her storytelling.
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The novel was well-received by readers and critics for its vivid characters and exploration of complex themes, leading to its nomination for an award from the Black Writers Alliance in 2001.
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Novel • Fiction
Ohio • 1960s
2006
Adult
18+ years
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