A review by cleches
Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston

emotional hopeful reflective tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

This was required reading in high school. The only things I remembered were Janie, Tea Cake and the hurricane—no actual details. I’m so glad I decided to re-read this as an adult. I loved how Janie grew into her own and found her own voice. I understand why this is a classic.