
In My Father's House
Author: E. Lynn Harris
Narrator: Phil John
Unabridged: 9 hr 1 min
Format: Digital Audiobook Download
Publisher: Urban Audiobooks
Published: 12/15/2016
Categories: Fiction, African American & Black Fiction, Lgbtq+

Author: E. Lynn Harris
Narrator: Phil John
Unabridged: 9 hr 1 min
Format: Digital Audiobook Download
Publisher: Urban Audiobooks
Published: 12/15/2016
Categories: Fiction, African American & Black Fiction, Lgbtq+
E. Lynn Harris (1955–2009) was the author of many novels and the memoir What Becomes of the Brokenhearted. Many of his novels made the bestseller list of the New York Times and other publications. His numerous awards include the James Baldwin Award for Literary Excellence and three BlackBoard’s Novel of the Year Awards.
This is probably my least favorite E. Lynn Harris book. I love the representation his work offers, and the issues that he raises but a bulk of this novel felt like drama building up, and up, and up—waiting for something to happen which would explain it all. Unfortunately, this didn’t occur. The endi......more
Okay, this is pretty funny -- I picked this book up at the library, thinking it was women's fiction (the cover art and jacket copy are a bit misleading). Those who know E. Lynn Harris will be chuckling right now, because they know he's a gay writer and this book is about a gay man from a wealthy fam......more
Predictable and a bit disappointing, but it is what it is. I believe this was the last book E. Lynn wrote before passing away. Perhaps that was why so many questions were left unanswered.......more
It was an okay read, but I am disappointed how it ended with so many unanswered questions to so many scenarios and situations. Did Seth and sickos get what was coming to them? How did Alex's pregnancy go? Will Mom Dean and Daddy Dean get back together....or will he continue to pursue Kim? What happe......more
“E. Lynn’s fans will be thrilled by this, his last book. I love his candor and honesty. He seemed to have turned a corner here…I hope this story resonates with all of us.” Terry McMillan, # 1 New York Times bestselling author
“Harris’ works explore the lives and sexual situations of aspirational characters of color in deliciously decadent situations. In My Father’s House…is no exception.” Examiner.com
"[A] bang-up first installment to a projected series…Highlights what readers have long loved about his work: his ability to depict the pursuit of love and self-respect.” Publishers Weekly
“Offers a rare glimpse into the world of gay black men and the challenges they face.” Kirkus Reviews