The characters in this story are so rich and colorful. I’m going to read it again- enjoyed it so much! A must read!

This is a very well done African American historical fiction book. It’s filed with cultural anecdotes!

Best book I ever read read in a year. Great characters, amazing story and awesome dialogue.

This is one of the best books I’ve read in a lifetime of reading. It succeeds on every level and the characters will stay with you after the last page is turned.

This was a beautifully written story. Well developed characters. Unexpected twist & turns. Sad realities portrayed in a light & humorous way. Loved it!

This is an amazing, comical story of life, struggle, and growth. The story gets better over time and by the end one falls in love with each character and their journey. At first, it appeared to be a slow read without much meaning. However, you soon learn that each chapter had a unique purpose in the story of Deacon King Kong.

Compelling story, interesting and well-developed characters, superb writing. Very creative way he pulled all the very diverse elements of the story together. Great mix of humor, sadness, and expressive affection for the human condition in all its sweetness and difficulty.

You are the best ever and you patience it’s fenomenal we work allways with

This story teller describes every human condition finding the humorous in the absurdity of our foibles.

Deeply engrossing and satisfying storytelling with energetic yet poignant prose. Everyone once in awhile a book comes along that so captures the imagination that you mourn its ending. This is one of those books.