I bought this book because one my friends told me about it and it seemed like the plot would be interesting. NOT!! First of all the book was dragged out far too long. I wanted the problems resolved quicker than they were. A lot of characters were left somewhat undeveloped and the book just seemed to be about a black man realizing he was gay which isn't exactly a genre that I am interested in. Perhaps if this subject was presented differently it may have been more enjoyable. If you still feel you must read this book borrow it from the library or a friend.