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dae444's review against another edition
5.0
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book, and I'm amazed at the literary prowess of the author. The author's ability to make me feel exactly what the protagonist was feeling was truly remarkable. I experienced every single emotion alongside Kambili, and I'm at a loss for words to express just how much I loved this book. It was exceptionally good—like, really, really good.
sticksanddirt's review against another edition
emotional
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
3.25
fflur_jones's review against another edition
5.0
An absolute masterpiece. All throughout the book Adichie makes you feel every single thing Kambili feels. The writing is exquisite and perfectly captures the layers upon layers of secrets woven into Kambili's family life.
The sensitive depiction of domestic violence alongside interesting historical political events is beautifully done.
The ending felt a little rushed and the hints of a relationship between Kambili and the priest was super weird considering she is 15.
Despite this, 100% would recommend - could not stop reading it.
The sensitive depiction of domestic violence alongside interesting historical political events is beautifully done.
The ending felt a little rushed and the hints of a relationship between Kambili and the priest was super weird considering she is 15.
Despite this, 100% would recommend - could not stop reading it.
lizzy_or_something's review against another edition
dark
emotional
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
killeenm's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
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? It's complicated
4.5
A good read, still one of my favorite authors. This one was really dark at times, but Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie doesn’t shy away from complexity and I appreciate that
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness, Religious bigotry, Violence, Emotional abuse, and Physical abuse
hevlav's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Gore, Physical abuse, and Emotional abuse
arangele's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent, Domestic abuse, Miscarriage, Child abuse, Emotional abuse, and Physical abuse
afletche's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
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? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Domestic abuse and Miscarriage