![]() ![]() Roy’s life revolves around the small (like trading things to get a piece of fruit) while Celestial’s life changes focus to her business and later, her best friend from childhood. Roy is now in gaol, while Celestial has to make a go of it alone. He is sentenced and both their lives change forever. In the night, Roy is arrested for a crime he didn’t commit. On a trip to see Roy’s parents in country Louisiana, a decision to stay at a local motel instead of with his parents has life-changing consequences. ![]() Roy has his career mapped out, while Celestial is an artist known for her baby dolls. Sure, they argue but they have something solid. ![]() Roy and Celestial haven’t been married long but they have dreams of children, career progression and a long life together. The plot and the characters are memorable long after you’ve finished reading. I regret that I hadn’t read it sooner as it’s the kind of novel that reminds you why reading is so good. The not-so-good: Some may find the story slow moving.Īn American Marriage is a novel that I’ve had on my TBR list for far too long (even before it won The Women’s Prize in 2019). The good: Beautifully written with so much emotion. Celestial moves on, but when Roy is released early, he’s keen to pick up their marriage where it left off. ![]() But their plan changes dramatically when Roy is gaoled for a crime that he didn’t commit. In brief: Celestial and Roy are newlyweds going places. ![]()
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