Like One of The Family by Alice Childress

Like One of The Family

Alice Childress

266 pages first pub 1956 (editions)

fiction historical race short stories emotional reflective fast-paced
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Description

Like One of the Family, which provides historical context for Kathryn Stockett's novel, The Help, is comprised of a series of conversations between Mildred, a black domestic, and her friend Marge. They create a vibrant picture of the life of a bla...

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Community Reviews

4.13
based on 84 reviews

Moods

funny: 70%

hopeful: 60%

informative: 60%

reflective: 50%

inspiring: 40%

emotional: 20%

lighthearted: 20%

challenging: 10%

mysterious: 10%


Pace

50% of readers chose fast
20% of readers chose medium
30% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

14% of readers chose A mix
85% of readers chose Character
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

42% of readers chose No
57% of readers chose N/A
No
N/A

Loveable characters?

100% of readers chose Yes
Yes

Diverse cast of characters?

100% of readers chose Yes
Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus?

16% of readers chose Yes
33% of readers chose Complicated
50% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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