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The plot is likely a relatable storybto many women. Yinka is surrounded by friends and family who's lives are seemingly together and she is being pressured to start a family. While the story is relatable, I hated how Yinka was treated and that her reaction to the treatment is seen as the problem instead of her crazy relatives. At one point I hated everyone but Yinka and later, I hated her too. The author does a good job bringing it full circle and makes Yinka likeable again.

eajohnson's review against another edition

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funny hopeful reflective slow-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

3.25

mitskacir's review against another edition

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3.0

This book surprised me! Although many elements were solidly rom com, the cultural and religious pressures of marriage, the emphasis on mental health, and the acknowledgment of race and colorism made this book unique. I particularly liked that Yinka was able to develop friendships with hetero males by the end of the book and value them beyond their potential as romantic partner. I was frustrated by the miscommunications in this book, although to its credit most of them were not merely for plot but were realistic within the relationship dynamics presented. 3 stars = solid book that I think some people would enjoy more than me.

laura_twebaze's review against another edition

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funny lighthearted 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? Yes

2.0

jojodoug55's review against another edition

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5.0

The titular character, Yinka, is a successful tricenarian–or at least that is how she appears on paper–who must navigate the fine line between her British millennial generation and the traditional ideals of her Nigerian heritage. Such a journey takes her through much hilarity and heartache until a peace that she never knew she needed is found.

"Yinka, Where Is Your Huzband" is a perfectly balanced, light-hearted but poignant novel that explores modern themes of identity, toxicity in relationships, sexism, racism and colourism, generational trauma, beauty, and so much more…!

Reading this book was an absolute delight! As a millennial, myself, who grew up in a Christian church that had a large Nigerian community, I found myself relating to Yinka more than I even imagined I would. The food, the language, the clothing, the dynamics among friends, family and aunties, the incessant questions regarding partnership and professional success–all of it contributed to a sweet nostalgia that I had forgotten had shaped my life. In the midst of my reading, I was already looking forward to reading the book again! It is that good! Sweet, heartfelt, significant, and fun… This novel offers a well-rounded experience that will make the reader laugh out loud, smile in thought and root for the protagonist’s healing and happiness.

cokechukwu's review against another edition

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funny lighthearted medium-paced

3.5

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