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thereaderfriend's review
challenging
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I found some of the writing very hitting but it wasn’t consistent. Also liked the perspectives between the four siblings but felt like it was lacking bc of the little info given from Peter and Andrew. I also wanted more from Bibike and Ariyike’s POV. I even thought it’d be cool to have the grandmother’s perspective too.
Edit: couldn’t find a isbn for the ebook edition I read on Libby so this review is for the hardcover edition :/
Edit: couldn’t find a isbn for the ebook edition I read on Libby so this review is for the hardcover edition :/
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape, Sexual assault, and Sexual violence
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Infidelity, and Physical abuse
Minor: Religious bigotry, Sexual content, and Misogyny
peachani's review against another edition
challenging
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment, Bullying, Domestic abuse, Pedophilia, and Violence
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Rape, Physical abuse, Sexual harassment, and Sexual assault
Minor: Misogyny, Religious bigotry, and Sexual content
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
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