--- product_id: 57281092 title: "No One Is Coming to Save Us: A Novel" price: "€ 21.30" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/57281092-no-one-is-coming-to-save-us-a-novel store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # No One Is Coming to Save Us: A Novel **Price:** € 21.30 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** No One Is Coming to Save Us: A Novel - **How much does it cost?** € 21.30 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/57281092-no-one-is-coming-to-save-us-a-novel) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description *WINNER OF THE NAACP IMAGE AWARD FOR DEBUT NOVEL* *THE INAUGURAL SARAH JESSICA PARKER PICK FOR BOOK CLUB CENTRAL* *SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2018 WILLIAM SAROYAN INTERNATIONAL PRIZE FOR WRITING* *SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2017 WILLIE MORRIS AWARD FOR SOUTHERN FICTION* NAMED A BEST BOOK OF 2017 BY The Washington Post • Refinery29 • St. Louis Post-Dispatch • Bookpage NAMED ONE OF THE MOST ANTICIPATED BOOKS OF 2017 BY Entertainment Weekly • Nylon • Elle • Redbook • W Magazine • The Chicago Review of Books JJ Ferguson has returned home to Pinewood, North Carolina, to build his dream house and to pursue his high school sweetheart, Ava. But as he reenters his former world, where factories are in decline and the legacy of Jim Crow is still felt, he’s startled to find that the people he once knew and loved have changed just as much as he has. Ava is now married and desperate for a baby, though she can’t seem to carry one to term. Her husband, Henry, has grown distant, frustrated by the demise of the furniture industry, which has outsourced to China and stripped the area of jobs. Ava’s mother, Sylvia, caters to and meddles with the lives of those around her, trying to fill the void left by her absent son. And Don, Sylvia’s unworthy but charming husband, just won’t stop hanging around. JJ’s return—and his plans to build a huge mansion overlooking Pinewood and woo Ava—not only unsettles their family, but stirs up the entire town. The ostentatious wealth that JJ has attained forces everyone to consider the cards they’ve been dealt, what more they want and deserve, and how they might go about getting it. Can they reorient their lives to align with their wishes rather than their current realities? Or are they all already resigned to the rhythms of the particular lives they lead? No One Is Coming to Save Us is a revelatory debut from an insightful voice: with echoes of The Great Gatsby it is an arresting and powerful novel about an extended African American family and their colliding visions of the American Dream. In evocative prose, Stephanie Powell Watts has crafted a full and stunning portrait that combines a universally resonant story with an intimate glimpse into the hearts of one family. Review: Wow. - Not going to write a dissertation here. The writing is fluid and poetic. Sometimes the author tosses in a phrase that feels like an impulsive thought - incomplete and unexpected but accurate and concise. The story is sleepy but engaging. There is pain of unfulfilled plans on almost every page and the characters just go on living despite the disappointment and despair. It's so heavy to read that I had to frequently put the book down. There is a birthright about love among many Black American women. This love is strict, uneffusive and cold but at the same time fierce and unconditional. It keeps families close despite the lack of "warm fuzzies". Watts has portrayed this love throughout the novel, giving what I think is a realistic glimpse into the every day experiences of Blacks in America. Review: Patience is required - It gets better towards the end but the first third of the book lacked flair and excitement in the story. By the second half, the plot really begins to unfold and it is a more enjoyable read. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #931,099 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #889 in Black & African American Historical Fiction (Books) #2,243 in Southern Fiction #2,827 in Cultural Heritage Fiction | | Customer Reviews | 3.6 out of 5 stars 861 Reviews | ## Images ![No One Is Coming to Save Us: A Novel - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81A4Wp2MCjL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Media Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wow. *by E***E on June 3, 2018* Not going to write a dissertation here. The writing is fluid and poetic. Sometimes the author tosses in a phrase that feels like an impulsive thought - incomplete and unexpected but accurate and concise. The story is sleepy but engaging. There is pain of unfulfilled plans on almost every page and the characters just go on living despite the disappointment and despair. It's so heavy to read that I had to frequently put the book down. There is a birthright about love among many Black American women. This love is strict, uneffusive and cold but at the same time fierce and unconditional. It keeps families close despite the lack of "warm fuzzies". Watts has portrayed this love throughout the novel, giving what I think is a realistic glimpse into the every day experiences of Blacks in America. ### ⭐⭐⭐ Patience is required *by B***N on January 10, 2019* It gets better towards the end but the first third of the book lacked flair and excitement in the story. By the second half, the plot really begins to unfold and it is a more enjoyable read. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ powerful *by E***A on August 20, 2025* No One Is Coming to Save Us is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of race, community, and resilience. The story is emotionally gripping and beautifully written, offering a raw and honest look at the struggles faced by the characters. The author’s storytelling skill draws you in from the first page and keeps you hooked until the very end. It’s a compelling read that encourages reflection and empathy. Highly recommend for anyone interested in meaningful, impactful literature. ## Frequently Bought Together - No One Is Coming to Save Us: A Novel - Wit: A Play --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/57281092-no-one-is-coming-to-save-us-a-novel](https://www.desertcart.be/products/57281092-no-one-is-coming-to-save-us-a-novel) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-10-16*