Book Review: BELOVED (Patreon)

The Kindaris Pictures review of Toni Morrison's novel, Beloved is available on Patreon. This novel was published in 1987 and was later adapted for the screen. The film starring Oprah Winfrey, Danny Glover, Kimberly Elise, and Thandie Newton was released in 1998. Specific Angle: The Sexual Abuse of Enslaved Black American Women

Content Warnings:

Mentions of Sexual Abuse/Rape

Racial Violence

Slavery

Some Language (Please read with caution)

Excerpt:

Sethe's healing process in Beloved is not ideal, particularly by today's standards. People could argue if she even went through a healing process (before Beloved's return, I mean). Eventually, Sethe shares her traumatic experience with Paul D. But she maintains ownership of it, even when Paul D tries to take it as his own. Or Halle's own, rather. Yes, the assault is a square on a mighty American quilt (an object that is often referenced throughout the book), but still, she maintains ownership. And every time someone else tries to take a piece of the pain for themselves--Paul D, the readers, or the unseen Halle--Toni Morrison gives it right back to Sethe.

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Book Review: Beloved (Link)