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sarahholliday's review
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
The writing is clear & sharp, with each character's voice and personality shining through. The cultural observations are incisive, and the blend of styles really serve to convey the myriad experiences of Lagos each sibling carries.
I don't think the structure, though innovative, works for the good of the story. Each chapter becomes a vignette, without much of a unifying force to bring them together.
Not my favorite book, but one I'm glad to have read.
I don't think the structure, though innovative, works for the good of the story. Each chapter becomes a vignette, without much of a unifying force to bring them together.
Not my favorite book, but one I'm glad to have read.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, and Sexual violence
izzy_a's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Death, Domestic abuse, Murder, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, and Violence
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