49 pages • 1 hour read
Kiese LaymonLong Division
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2021A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Long Division by Kiese Laymon is praised for its inventive narrative and unique structure, blending elements of time travel and social commentary. Reviews commend Laymon's exploration of race and identity, though some find the complex plot challenging. Overall, it is celebrated for its bold storytelling and thought-provoking themes, despite occasional confusion.
Who Should Read Long Division?
Readers who would enjoy Kiese Laymon’s Long Division are likely fans of works that explore complex racial issues, coming-of-age narratives, and time travel. They might also appreciate books like Colson Whitehead's The Underground Railroad and Jesmyn Ward's Sing, Unburied, Sing for their blend of historical context and rich storytelling.
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