Opposite of Everyone (Jackson) - Book Reviews

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The unconventional characters in Jackson's books often provide thought-provoking studies of love and loyalty; this must-read also contemplates the transformative power of storytelling.
Bobbi Dumas - New York Times Book Review


The voice is hard-boiled and the plot engrossing...in [this] realistic, contemporary story with a mystery driving it.... Jackson makes her [herione] an easy character to root for by vividly depicting her inner struggle and past. This is an excellent read with a fresh take on the detective genre.
Publishers Weekly


(Starred review.) The smart-ass, no holds-barred narration...should please the many fans of Jackson's snappy writing style.... [A] hard-edged, biracial, self-sufficient divorce lawyer allows family and love back into her life after fiercely shielding herself...for over 20 years. —Laurie Cavanaugh, Holmes P.L., Halifax, MA
Library Journal


Jackson excels at weaving a wholly absorbing story with vivid characters… [she makes] some affecting points about the importance of the stories we tell to each other and to ourselves.
Booklist


(Starred review.) [Q]uirky, Southern-based, character-driven novel that combines exquisite writing, vivid personalities, and imaginative storylines while subtly contemplating race, romance, family, and self. A searing yet ultimately uplifting look at broken people who heal themselves and each other.
Kirkus Reviews