46 pages 1 hour read

Charles M. Blow

Fire Shut Up in My Bones

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2014

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Fire Shut Up in My Bones by Charles M. Blow is lauded for its raw and powerful memoir of overcoming personal adversity. Critics praise Blow's lyrical prose and emotional depth. However, some note its heavy subject matter might not be for everyone. The memoir's introspective narrative and social commentary offer a compelling and thought-provoking read.

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Who Should Read Fire Shut Up in My Bones?

Readers captivated by personal narratives and social commentary, similar to The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls and Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates, will appreciate Fire Shut Up in My Bones by Charles M. Blow. This memoir resonates with those interested in overcoming adversity, racial identity, and the complexities of masculinity.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
African American Literature
Biography
Topics
Race / Racism
LGBTQ
Themes
Identity: Race
Identity: Gender
Emotions/Behavior: Determination / Perseverance