What a fantastic book. It's a slow read, but I appreciated that about the book. I think the switching between three points in time and points of view kept me engaged and enthusiastic about the book. I can't really capture what I want to say about this novel other than it was beautiful and I hope it gets praise and credit when it comes out!

O’sinner was my first book by this author and while i found the book interesting there were parts that were boring. In this book Farque is dealing with the apparent suicide of his mother and we witness his metamorphosis by while writing an investigative story on the nameless cult led my Odo. Odo’s story is quite interesting as the author tells how he became the cult leader after his stint in Vietnam. Yes, i would read another book by this author. Thanks #netgalley #osinner

O Sinners! is one of the absolute best books I have read to date. 💚🐺
There was SO much depth to this story.
I can't believe I had the privilege to read this as an ARC.
*I will 100000% be buying the physical copy as soon as it is out so I can annotate it*

Three stories all interwoven together to bring a memorable conclusion.
I mean WOW. 👏🏼 I didn't expect to be as enamored with these subjects as I was.
I'm not usually interested in Wars or Documentaries... or cults for that matter. BUT I WAS.

The way Nicole crafted this story is unlike anything I have ever seen before.
The writing was PHENOMENAL. 🤌🏼✨
Every one of these characters felt SO real.
Faruq is now a permanent resident in my brain (as well as Odo). I am simply at a loss for words.
I've thought about this book every day since finishing it, and know I will be for the rest of my life.

If you are someone who loves DEPTH in your characters (and plots), as well as some twisty-turny plot points that keep you guessing, ADD THIS TO YOUR TBR! 🗣
I am not kidding around here.

🥳 This will now and forever be one of my favorite books of all time.
Nicole Cuffy is now and forever an instant purchase author in my book. 🛍

Thank you so much, NetGalley for this advanced readers copy (and for introducing me to Nicole Cuffy).

6⭐️ (I'm not kidding)

O Sinners is the moving story of the nameless. Is it a cult? A new religion? Or something else..

Timlines move back and forth through Odo's experiences through the Vietnam War, a racist church's influence on the nameless' current placement, and visiting journalist Faruq's experiences and also reflections processing his own trauma.

I was hooked in right away. Cults are just fascinating to me and that is always an instant read on my TBR. I feel like I wasn't satisfied in the end but I was also fine with that. I think there is so much to mull over after the finish and it truly magnifies the impact of trauma and what we do with it.

*O Sinners!* by Nicole Cuffy is a powerful and lyrical exploration of identity, belonging, and the human spirit. Cuffy's prose is both captivating and poignant, drawing readers into a story that is as emotionally resonant as it is beautifully crafted. A must-read for those who appreciate deep, introspective narratives with unforgettable characters.

In "O Sinners," Nicole Cuffy tells three interconnected stories in one book. The first story follows Faruq, a grief-stricken journalist who aims to expose a cult called the Nameless and its leader, Odo.

The second story delves into Odo’s past during the Vietnam War, exploring his friendships, experiences with racism, and personal losses. It also highlights the Nameless group's struggles with a Texas white Christian fundamentalist church.

The third story focuses on Faruq’s background and his current struggles dealing with faith, racism, Islamophobia, and personal losses. Faruq immerses himself in the Nameless group at the Forbidden City, their base in the California redwoods, in an attempt to uncover answers.

The novel effectively juxtaposes Odo and the Nameless group with the US military and white Christian fundamentalism, shedding light on mainstream biases and the impact of race and colonizer mentality. The book is engaging and thought-provoking, presenting these scenarios without imposing any particular viewpoint, leaving readers to ponder on their own backgrounds, biases, communities, and beliefs. It encourages us to see ourselves in others and be open to new perspectives and experiences.

I highly recommend this compelling novel. Many thanks to NetGalley and Random House for the ARC.