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read_mo's review against another edition
5.0
I read this in one sitting on a flight and ended up having to ask the woman next to me for her napkins so I could blow my nose. Adichie's grief is palpable and sombering.
marno_klass's review against another edition
Stunning writing. Interesting how everyone’s accounts of grief are so different and yet carry distinct similarities; namely the breaking of language by pain (see Elaine Scarry).
theelliad's review against another edition
3.5
It’s rather ironic that my hold on Adichies book commemorating the grief of losing her father came in the day before I bury my own grandad… I feel like this was a definite case of divine timing. In all seriousness I could genuinely listen to Adichie’s words and voice forever, and this was such a lovely exploration of human emotion and experience especially during the covid 19 pandemic when everything- even grief- became harder
dawndeydusk's review against another edition
4.0
Is this what shock means, that the air turns to glue?
arisol's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
reflective
sad
fast-paced
4.5
My first read by this author because I felt it most relevant to my current moment and so very appreciated. Certain lines will really stick with me.
intermati's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
4.25
zafrarifky's review against another edition
4.0
A raw and relatable account of grief and the loss of a loved one. Captures the emotions we often find difficult to explain in the face of grief.
madanobrega's review against another edition
Tenho de ler novamente para dar um rating mas gostei muito