Celie, a young Black woman in the early 20th-century South, writes letters to God and her sister while enduring abuse and seeking self-worth.
Author
Alice Walker
2 books in the catalog
Alice Walker has 2 books in our catalog of Christian parent reviews, mostly historical fiction, african american literature and literary fiction. The titles we've reviewed span 1976 to 1988.
Recommended for readers roughly ages 16–18, based on our reviewers' age guidance.
Recurring virtues across Alice Walker's work include courage and love. Parents most often flag sexual content, violence and profanity — see each review below for specifics.
A young Black girl named Celie endures hardship and abuse but finds her voice and independence through letters and supportive relationships.
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