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loni_lilley's review against another edition
4.0
It was a quick and simple read. Not full of climax but short and sweet. I do wish it was longer because I had so many questions about the other characters that I wished had been answered.
africanbookaddict's review against another edition
4.0
!!! https://africanbookaddict.com/2018/06/14/like-a-mule-bringing-ice-cream-to-the-sun-by-sarah-ladipo-manyika/
More like 3.5 stars.
Decent, really easy-going novella centered around 75 y/o Dr. Morayo, who’s a retired Literature professor. You’d never believe Morayo’s a senior citizen as she carries herself as if she’s in her 40’s - she dances, enjoys music, wants a tattoo, has perfect memory, has a healthy sexual appetite, still drives her Porsche, has lots and lots of books that occupy her time, is childless (and not broken by it) - Morayo is basically old lady goals.
- full review on the book blog, linked above -
More like 3.5 stars.
Decent, really easy-going novella centered around 75 y/o Dr. Morayo, who’s a retired Literature professor. You’d never believe Morayo’s a senior citizen as she carries herself as if she’s in her 40’s - she dances, enjoys music, wants a tattoo, has perfect memory, has a healthy sexual appetite, still drives her Porsche, has lots and lots of books that occupy her time, is childless (and not broken by it) - Morayo is basically old lady goals.
- full review on the book blog, linked above -
makeda_colourlit's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
florence911's review against another edition
3.0
The characters are interesting. The writing is pleasant. The story is not strong enough in my opinion.
freddie's review against another edition
3.0
This is a light and milquetoast novel that centers around a elderly woman and the topic of ageing. Occasionally the story feels like it's ticking off boxes in some kind of "political correctness checklist", making the writing feels awkward. Nonetheless there's a certain feel of brightness to the book if you can ignore that awkwardness.
kaysquireads's review against another edition
3.0
An endearing read and a sweet pallet cleanser for me after having read heavier books before this. The format jumping between perspectives didn’t do it for me this time, though. And the story line sometimes felt like it was trying too hard to be something it wasn’t. BUT, I enjoyed the main character immensely.
kappafrog's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
This was a fun, short read. I enjoyed Morayo's perspective. I was a little less interested reading the perspectives of the other characters, but there were a few standouts like Reggie. It would have been interesting to learn more about Morayo's life, but I liked what we saw.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism and Dementia
Moderate: Hate crime, Grief, Sexual assault, Infertility, Infidelity, Medical content, Rape, Sexual content, and Sexual violence
Minor: Gun violence, Cancer, Cursing, Death, Death of parent, Alcohol, and Religious bigotry
bookofcinz's review against another edition
4.0
My only complaint is how short this book is. This is an intelligent look into the life of a 75 year old woman whose lived a very full life. I cannot get enough of books written from the perspective of older women who are still living their very best lives! Honestly, too often we read books about older women and they are dowdy, grandmothers filled with regrets... this is the opposite of our main character.
While she is almost 75 she's lived a full life, she's got a lot going for her, independent, and spunky without being a stereotype. This is such great story, written with care, love and intelligence. If this is not on your reading list... IT SHOULD BE!
Deep down, I know that my desire to return home comes from nostalgia than genuine longing to return.
I no longer organize by books alphabetically, or arrange them by colour of spine, which was what I used to do. Now the books are arranged according to which characters I believe ought to be talking to each other. That's why Wide Sargassi Sea sits directly above Jane Eyre. The latter used to sit next to each other but then I thought it best to redress the only colonial imbalance and give Rhys the upper hand- upper shelf.
While she is almost 75 she's lived a full life, she's got a lot going for her, independent, and spunky without being a stereotype. This is such great story, written with care, love and intelligence. If this is not on your reading list... IT SHOULD BE!
Deep down, I know that my desire to return home comes from nostalgia than genuine longing to return.
I no longer organize by books alphabetically, or arrange them by colour of spine, which was what I used to do. Now the books are arranged according to which characters I believe ought to be talking to each other. That's why Wide Sargassi Sea sits directly above Jane Eyre. The latter used to sit next to each other but then I thought it best to redress the only colonial imbalance and give Rhys the upper hand- upper shelf.
dioneira's review against another edition
4.0
Eine ganz wundervolle Geschichte über das Kennenlernen ganz unterschiedlicher Menschen und neue Freundschaften. An einem einzigen Nachmittag/Abend durchgesuchtet.