Sugar
Sugar
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2001
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Historical Fiction•
Southern LiteratureBigelow, Arkansas • 1950s
2001
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Bernice L. McFadden's Sugar tells the story of a mysterious, resilient woman named Sugar Lacey, who moves into a small Southern town and forms an unexpected, transformative bond with Pearl, a grieving housewife. Through their relationship, themes of community, redemption, and strength are explored against the backdrop of segregation-era challenges.
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Review Roundup
Bernice L. McFadden’s Sugar is lauded for its vivid character development and evocative portrayal of 1950s African American life. While some find its pacing uneven and plot predictable, many appreciate its raw emotional depth and rich cultural context. Overall, the novel offers a poignant exploration of friendship, trauma, and redemption, resonating deeply with readers.
Who Should Read Sugar?
Readers who relish emotionally rich historical fiction with strong African American female protagonists will enjoy Sugar by Bernice L. McFadden. Fans of Toni Morrison's Beloved, Alice Walker's The Color Purple, and Zora Neale Hurston's Their Eyes Were Watching God will find compelling themes of resilience, community, and healing.
12,558 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
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Historical Fiction•
Southern LiteratureBigelow, Arkansas • 1950s
2001
Adult
18+ years
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