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4.16 AVERAGE
4.16 AVERAGE
This was a heart-wrenchingly beautiful story that explores themes of womanhood, resilience, and empowerment
And So I Roar" follows Adunni's journey to freedom after being captured and returned to her village, Ikati, and Miss Tia's journey of grief and forgiveness, but also love and acceptance, while trying to save Adunni.
Alongside the main plot, the book delves into thought-provoking and difficult topics such as the trauma of FGM, child marriages, sexual abuse, women's rights, and the entrenched mindsets and traditions in rural villages not only in Nigeria but across the world.
The beginning was a bit slow, which is understandable as the plot gradually unravels. Once it picked up, there was no way I could put it down. Daré is acclaimed for her ability to keep readers hanging onto each word. This is clearly illustrated in the juxtaposition between Adunni's dialect and Tia's sophisticated voice, highlighting the social and cultural divide. We are also introduced to new characters who now hold a dear place in my heart, shedding light on the importance of girlhood and dreaming.
In conclusion, this book truly is a fantastic read. Not only did I laugh and cheer, but I also cried and reflected. Adunni's life lessons kept me going (I'll need to implement some in my life)!
Favorite quotes (had to pick a few out of the 107 I highlighted):
"We toss ourselves the lifeboat of lies to save us from drowning."
"If I run, it is only my body that will run. My mind will keep itself as a slave, locked up in fear."
"We come from earth, we eat from earth, and one day we must go back to earth, so why are we treating it so bad?"
"Tears release emotions, it's not a weakness."
Thank you NetGalley and Hodder & Stoughton for the opportunity to read and review the advanced copy.
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And So I Roar" follows Adunni's journey to freedom after being captured and returned to her village, Ikati, and Miss Tia's journey of grief and forgiveness, but also love and acceptance, while trying to save Adunni.
Alongside the main plot, the book delves into thought-provoking and difficult topics such as the trauma of FGM, child marriages, sexual abuse, women's rights, and the entrenched mindsets and traditions in rural villages not only in Nigeria but across the world.
The beginning was a bit slow, which is understandable as the plot gradually unravels. Once it picked up, there was no way I could put it down. Daré is acclaimed for her ability to keep readers hanging onto each word. This is clearly illustrated in the juxtaposition between Adunni's dialect and Tia's sophisticated voice, highlighting the social and cultural divide. We are also introduced to new characters who now hold a dear place in my heart, shedding light on the importance of girlhood and dreaming.
In conclusion, this book truly is a fantastic read. Not only did I laugh and cheer, but I also cried and reflected. Adunni's life lessons kept me going (I'll need to implement some in my life)!
Favorite quotes (had to pick a few out of the 107 I highlighted):
"We toss ourselves the lifeboat of lies to save us from drowning."
"If I run, it is only my body that will run. My mind will keep itself as a slave, locked up in fear."
"We come from earth, we eat from earth, and one day we must go back to earth, so why are we treating it so bad?"
"Tears release emotions, it's not a weakness."
Thank you NetGalley and Hodder & Stoughton for the opportunity to read and review the advanced copy.
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Another outstanding book from Abi Dari. This book contains many important themes and lessons - not just the suppression of women but forced marriage, female genital mutilation and the important of education.
The narration was perfect.
Aduni is becoming a young woman, and on the night she is supposed to leave for her a schooling a terrible thing happens. I can't say more without giving it all away, but wow. We follow Aduni and Ms Tia on another breathtaking journey.
I have only one complaint, it finished. Dare we hope for one more installment of this magnificent series?! I certainly hope so.
The narration was perfect.
Aduni is becoming a young woman, and on the night she is supposed to leave for her a schooling a terrible thing happens. I can't say more without giving it all away, but wow. We follow Aduni and Ms Tia on another breathtaking journey.
I have only one complaint, it finished. Dare we hope for one more installment of this magnificent series?! I certainly hope so.
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
So good!!! Loved book 1 and this is a beautifully written follow up to Adunni and Tia’s story. Be prepared for more heart wrenching truths and traumas. I really loved seeing Adunni’s personality growth and her strength for herself and the other girls just shine! And watching Tia dive into her past traumas and find some healing within herself! Soooo so good. I really love both of these books so much.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual violence, Violence
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
challenging
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Hardcover copy 387 pgs
challenging
emotional
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
slow-paced
Took me too long to finish this book, I almost DNF'd it. The Girl With The Louding Voice is one of my favourite books and when i saw the sequel, I was excited. From the first few pages, I could tell this was different. I really struggled with the plot and most of the characters. Unfortunately, I didn't like this book.
challenging
dark
emotional
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes