A punch in the guts of a book!

First, oh my god James Baldwin's writing is so beautiful! It's smooth and nuanced and so enticing. I couldn't get enough of the depth he conveys with every sentence. Second, the book, just heartbreaking! The story is about David and Giovanni's love story, but it's not that simple. It's also a question about sexual identity, being torn about who you really are and what you are supposed to be. It's about the hate in the midst of love, the confusing emotions, when love turns sour and every moment seems like it's going to lead to heartbreak. Because not only there's the relationship with Giovanni, but also with Hella. David manages to not find satisfaction in both, he doesn't take a definite stance. He drowns into himself, and can't find the way to redemption.

I loved this book, it can be emotionally wrecking to some people, so, read with caution!