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nathwani's review
emotional
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
It feels a bit ‘racism 101’ but as someone who has been in an interracial relationship with a partner that didn’t stand up against micro aggressions, it made me feel palpable emotions.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Racism
Minor: Islamophobia
wrenl's review
emotional
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
I love this book. It speaks truth about the hideous ways racism can hide in relationships. As someone who has been in interracial relationships in the past, it’s something I’m always a bit cautious about. I love that this book shows how harmful and painful racism can be; it’s very raw and honest. And I love how Farai stands up for herself too. More power to you, girl!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Islamophobia and Racism
jodierose14's review
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gaslighting, Toxic relationship, and Racism
cat_demon's review
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
fast-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
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism
Moderate: Islamophobia
bootrat's review
challenging
informative
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
A short but very poignant and relevant story about the difficulties of being in an interracial relationship, and how people don't understand that racism is in all of the small acts too not just in big overt acts.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Xenophobia and Racism
aus10england's review
dark
emotional
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism
Moderate: Islamophobia
Minor: Colonisation
literarysaara's review
challenging
emotional
informative
reflective
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
4.0
A short, but reflective and emotional read about some of the uglier risks that interracial couples face when it comes to being accepted and respected as individuals on either side of the family. A very vibrant and comforting art style accompanies this emotional story, which I like.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Racism and Religious bigotry
Minor: Emotional abuse
ramreadsagain's review
challenging
emotional
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
Every white person should read this book
Content Warnings
Graphic: Xenophobia and Racism
Moderate: Gaslighting and Islamophobia
robinks's review
emotional
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
The conversations in this graphic novel are so accurate. I was so angry with Adam and his family, and I was proud of Farai, though it was definitely not entirely on her to stand up for what’s right.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism
idlereader's review
emotional
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Racism
Minor: Islamophobia