Chester Himes' most recommended books

We've asked 13,000+ authors and super readers for their favorite books. Here are their favorite books by Chester Himes.

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Books like Cotton Comes to Harlem

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Books like Yesterday Will Make You Cry

Book lists with Chester Himes' books

2 authors created a book list with a book by Chester Himes as one of their picks.

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• The best social thrillers about money, race, and power

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• The best books about historic Coney Island
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